school

Supporting Middle Schoolers For a Brighter School Year

This blog post was originally posted on anahomayoun.com. Greetings! After reading a recent article, I wanted to write some reflections about supporting middle school students (which also applies to high school students!) to have a brighter, and more successful school year. The CNN article “Middle Schoolers Face ‘Growing Crisis’ in Wellness, Experts Say” sheds light … Read more

Back to School — Balance and New Beginnings in the Fall

This blog post was first published on anahomayoun.com. Greetings! In our office, we are gearing up for a new school year, which means a flurry of organization workshops, and the start of lots of college counseling. This period of change, while exciting, can also be destabilizing for many students, leaving them with more questions than … Read more

Asynchronous Learning In College: How to Stay Focused, Motivated, and Organized

A common style of classes in college, along with in-person classes is asynchronous, or online classes. These classes are especially popular at community colleges, which begs the question: How can students thrive in an asynchronous environment? Even for students with the best intentions, asynchronous = procrastination. If the class is recorded, it can be easy … Read more

Bounce Back: Tools to Address Learning Lags

Over the past few years, we’ve seen students find themselves struggling to catch up after falling behind—whether due to absences, missed content, or simply facing challenges with difficult subjects. These learning lags can be frustrating, both for students and educators, and they can create a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt.  In our office, we love … Read more

The Summer Before Senior Year: A Fantastic Time to Work on College Applications

The senior year of high school comes with a significant amount of responsibility, especially when it comes to applying for college.  To stay on top of the application process, we recommend working on applications during the summer before senior year. Summer provides the perfect opportunity to lay the groundwork without the added pressure of schoolwork. … Read more

Overcoming Learning Lags: World Languages

Learning a new language is an exciting journey, but it can also come with challenges, especially when there are gaps in vocabulary or grammar knowledge. Whether you’re struggling to recall key terms, feeling lost when it comes to grammar rules, or just trying to make your study sessions more engaging, you’re not alone. These learning … Read more