Blog — student success

Navigating State Testing: Practical Tips for Parents to Support Their Children's Success

April 2, 2024 • academic support • anxiety • Black children • Black excellence • communication • positive mindset • relaxation techniques • state testing • stress management • student performance • student success • test content review • test format • test prep • test preparation • time management

State testing season can be a stressful time, but as parents, there are practical strategies we can implement at home to ease the pressure and support our children's success. Understanding the test format, practicing time management, reviewing content, fostering a positive mindset, teaching relaxation techniques, ensuring rest and nutrition, and communicating with teachers are all key steps. By providing this guidance and support, we empower our children to approach state testing with confidence and determination.

Unlocking the Magic of Math: Tips for Your 3rd to 8th Graders

February 17, 2024 • 2024 • academic support • Black children • Black educators • Black excellence • comprehension • education • failing grades • goal-setting • holistic approach • learning • learning activities • learning gaps • learning loss • life skills • math • math interventionist • math skills • math tutor • math tutoring • mathematics • parent support • practice • problem-solving • student performance • student success • study habits

Mathematics, often seen as a challenging subject, is indeed the backbone of various aspects of our daily lives. As parents, guiding your children on their mathematical journey is not just about equations; it's about empowering them with crucial life skills. Let's explore valuable tips designed to make math an exciting adventure for your 3rd to 8th-grade students.

Strategies to Improve Reading Comprehension

February 3, 2024 • academic support • Black children • Black educators • Black excellence • books for Black kids • comprehension • culture relevancy • education • learning • learning activities • learning gaps • learning loss • parent support • poor comprehension • reading • reading comprehension • reading specialist • reading support • student performance • student success • vocabulary

Actionable strategies to address the causes of poor reading comprehension and empower your child on their literacy journey.

Bridging Academic Gaps One Strategy at a Time

January 20, 2024 • 2024 • academic support • Black children • Black educators • Black excellence • comprehension • education • goal-setting • learning • learning activities • learning gaps • learning loss • math • parent communication • parent support • reading • relationship-building • student performance • student success

n-depth insights into common learning gaps in literacy and math, strategies to address these gaps effectively, and curated resources to support your child's learning journey.

2024 Ins & Outs: Education Edition

January 13, 2024 • 2024 • academic support • education • failing grades • goal-setting • learning • learning gaps • learning loss • math skills • parent communication • parent support • parenting • reading support • relationship-building • student performance • student success

As we step into 2024, we wanted to share some insights and valuable perspectives that can truly elevate your parenting journey. It's all about embracing the positive and saying farewell to outdated habits.