LEARNING CENTER: Wrapping up the school year
By PATRICK MCNAMARA A very trying school year is coming to an end, so it makes sense to review what ...
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LEARNING CENTER: Those pesky word problems
By PATRICK MCNAMARA Why are mathematical word problems worrisome for children? Word problems take math concepts, such as arithmetic, geometry ...
LEARNING CENTER: SAT and ACT: Still relevant?
By PATRICK MCNAMARA Most high school guidance counselors are still encouraging students to take the SAT or ACT for the ...
LEARNING CENTER: Middle school slump — now what?
By PATRICK MCNAMARA Your child recently received their first B (or C or D). Up until now, they’ve done fine, ...
LEARNING CENTER: Comprehension key to reading success
By PATRICK MCNAMARA Although many children can successfully read a passage out loud, that ability does not necessarily mean that ...
LEARNING CENTER: Make your conference time count
By PATRICK MCNAMARA Ready for another checkup? Only this checkup isn’t at the doctor’s office, it’s at your child’s school: ...
LEARNING CENTER: Understanding your child’s learning style
By PATRICK MCNAMARA So we’re back to school, and you’ve picked out the new clothes, shoes, backpacks and school supplies. ...
LEARNING CENTER: What school might look like
By PATRICK MCNAMARA The 2020-21 school year will be unlike anything we’ve seen before. To help your family understand your child’s ...
LEARNING CENTER: How to get involved in your child’s education
By PATRICK MCNAMARA We may not know exactly what format school will take this year, but we can be sure ...
LEARNING CENTER: How to avoid summer learning loss
By PATRICK MCNAMARA Within 24 to 48 hours after learning new concepts, students often begin to forget information unless it ...
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