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Did you know… The ACT does not list formulas on its math test. (The SAT does.) Therefore, you need to make sure you know all basic math formulas before taking the ACT test. Remember, the ACT covers the following types of math: – Pre-Algebra (20 – 25% – Elementary Algebra (15 – 20%) – Intermediate Algebra (15 – 20%) …
Internet usage is still on the rise, but you don’t need to be a scientist to see that. More homes are buying computers, smartphones, and tablets. It is becoming more acceptable for children under the age of 13 to own a cell phone “for emergency purposes”. In recent years, the internet has branched out from a basic research hub to …
When the bell rings at the end of school, it’s a sign of freedom. Kids hop on the bus, run in the door, drop their backpack on the floor and race to the television…or the computer…or to their neighbor’s house. While I don’t deny that kids need to run off some steam after a long school day, it can …
Some people are just born morning people. (I never was…ask anyone!) Others need a little bit of help to get going in the morning. Especially kids. For most parents, getting the family ready in the morning can seem like a never-ending battle. It can be even harder if you have a special needs child in the home. It seems like …
As school gets underway, you may find yourself wondering how the year will go for your child. No doubt you are hoping for a low-stress school year filled with accomplishment. But the road to academic success has a few stop signs along the way – like academic struggles and social issues. There are many ways to prepare for the stop …
When students are young, homework can be a joyful experience. I still recall bringing home “color by number” sheets in kindergarten and rushing to get them done! But as students get older, homework can be seen as nothing but a chore. It can be seen as a boring, time consuming process. And if they cannot find the supplies they need, …
Breakfast is still the most important meal of the day. It’s critical that your student eats a solid breakfast before school. The energy and nutrients will keep them focused and engaged all morning. But what happens in the afternoon? Breakfast wears off and students start to shut down. Time for lunch! A healthy lunch is just as critical to a …
When it comes to back to school time, staying organized is key! Good organizational skills result in more time, less pressure, and a happier family. Planning for back to school can be easy for some people. They have backpacks ready, clothes picked out, and pencils sharpened. But once the year starts, everything falls apart. The backpack gets lost, your kids …
This summer sure flew by fast! It’s hard to believe we’re almost at the end of July. School will be here before we know it. So, are you prepared? As summer begins, parents typically make resolutions for the next school year. “This could have been better,” or “I wish I had been more organized”. The back to school …
When it comes to older students, sometimes fiction books are not enough. There comes an age when some students outgrow stories of superheroes, princesses, and magical lands. As students become disinterested in these topics, it can sometimes become difficult to find new things that capture their interest. Here’s a simple solution – check out current events! The world is its …
