When we ask students at Green Ivy what they’d like more time for in their daily routines, their number one answer is more sleep. Many students are accustomed to a sleep-deprived existence and will quickly point out their friends are getting even less sleep than them. This is not surprising, with the CDC reporting that … Read more
We have all struggled with motivation at some point in our lives—from accessing it to get a task done to maintaining its momentum over time. As a result, one of the most challenging aspects of being a parent is knowing how to constructively motivate your child, academically or otherwise. Many parents use external motivation to … Read more
Each year, the topic of teenage stress garners increasing amounts of attention. A simple Google search for “teens and stress” yields articles with key phrases along the lines of “severe anxiety” and “growing epidemic.” The attention is not unwarranted, and Identifying the cause of your student’s stress is the first step to considering strategies to … Read more
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
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
In today’s world, stress and uncertainty have become nearly ubiquitous. Personal challenges, global crises, and unpredictable life events have all made managing stress effectively essential for maintaining both mental and physical well-being. Fortunately, a growing body of research shows that mindfulness, wellness practices, and a strong sense of community can help us navigate turbulent times … Read more