Sep 04, 2019
Since late 2017, New York has been in the process of shifting away from Common Core, opting instead to revise its standards for Math and English Language Arts to a new set of guidelines called “Next Generation Learning Standards.” They’re slated to roll out in 2020, and new...Aug 28, 2019
Educators in general are some of the most selfless people we know. They work hard to better others, and for that we think they all deserve our appreciation. Like in any profession, there are certain qualities that make tutors more successful, that...Aug 21, 2019
As technology improves and becomes more and more integrated into our daily lives, many parents wonder about its role in education, and whether working with a tutor online instead of in-person might be right for their child. For many students, the answer is a resounding yes....Aug 13, 2019
The middle school years are a tough transition for many students. By taking concrete steps to stay on top of your child’s changing needs and worries, parents (and tutors) can help smooth their transition....Feb 26, 2019
Particularly in major urban areas, there’s no shortage of options for parents looking for a tutor for their child. But while a quick scan on Google might lead you to the big box tutoring shops and national franchises at first, it’s worth doing the extra legwork...Jan 28, 2019
Last week, New York Times columnist David Brooks published an opinion piece on the nature of learning—on the fundamental link between cognition and connection, and about the essential relationships that are at the heart of education....Jan 15, 2019
As teachers, you are well-placed to know what resources students need to succeed academically, especially if those needs go beyond what the classroom can provide....Aug 23, 2018
Addressing student anxieties around the upcoming school year before they interfere with learning. Fall is...Jul 25, 2018
Clark is excited to announce that we had the opportunity to partner with first grade teacher Melissa of Teaching a Latte in First to create this guide to after school learning....Jul 24, 2018
Nerves are fact of life. By helping your child become more comfortable in front of others, you can help them overcome any performance anxiety....Jul 22, 2018
Academic success isn’t the be-all, end-all to living a healthy and productive life. Knowing how to motivate your student – and when to give them the space to learn for themselves – is key to building long-term success through resilience....Jul 19, 2018
As technology continues to saturate society with easy access to knowledge, students’ ability to think deeply and critically about their subject material and the world remains as important as ever. Here’s how to motivate and develop your young critical thinker....Jul 17, 2018
“The doodle revolution” is upending old biases against the art of doodling, which current research indicates may be mindful – not mindless – scribbling when it comes to grasping new ideas, retaining information, and playing with creative thoughts....Jul 10, 2018
Learning a second language carries many benefits – from a lifelong love of learning about other cultures to wiring the brain for necessary critical thinking and memory skills....Jul 08, 2018
On May 22nd, Clark attended “Sip and Learn: High School Admissions” hosted by New York admissions expert Whitney Shashou of Admit NY and Private Prep NYC partner Zack Gilman. Last week, we broke down the ways families can research schools to create their final list of best potential matches....Jul 01, 2018
On May 22nd, Clark attended “Sip and Learn: High School Admissions” hosted by New York admissions expert Whitney Shashou of Admit NY and Private Prep NYC partner Zack Gilman. In last week’s post, we covered the first steps a family should take before beginning the application process....Jun 26, 2018
Students need the right space and resources to focus on their studies. There are a number of things that parents and tutors can do to ensure their learning environments are as effective as possible....Jun 24, 2018
On May 22nd, Clark attended “Sip and Learn: High School Admissions” hosted by New York admissions expert Whitney Shashou of Admit NY and Private Prep NYC partner Zack Gilman, where we got the inside scoop on how to navigate the ever-competitive, complex process that is school admissions....Jun 21, 2018
A recent study published by leading pediatricians has found picture books can stimulate and entertain your child – and are far superior to the overuse of electronic screens....Jun 19, 2018
Approximately half of American college students drop out. Many reasons exist for the startling reality, although some factors – especially the high cost of modern college education – are more prominent than others. Here are several ways that tutors and parents can help students stay in college....Jun 17, 2018
There’s plenty ahead for rising high school seniors as they plot course for college. Here are summertime tips so your rising seniors make the most of their vacation time....Jun 12, 2018
For more complex tasks – an exam or major assignment – students can utilize reverse planning to train their eyes on the goal, and work backwards through the steps to achieve it....Jun 07, 2018
Reading should be an essential activity during your child’s summer holidays. To combat the “summer slump” and ensure their on track for academic success, here are ways to motivate your young readers to hit the books....Jun 05, 2018
Rural America faces a growing gap in education and career opportunities with the rest of the U.S. As school districts and colleges work to close the gap, the tutoring industry has a potential role to play as well....Jun 03, 2018
The hard work is done – your child kept their grades up, enrolled in extra curricular activities, wrote thoughtful essays, and filled out applications – and it paid off. Still, after receiving and accepting a college acceptance offer, there is still some prep work to do before starting in the fall....May 22, 2018
Do high-achieving but struggling students need tutors trained in therapy to handle the stress of their academic demands? The answer might lie in what techniques every tutor should cultivate in helping students navigate the modern world of high academic performance....May 20, 2018
No subject is quite as polarizing as math. At a young age, students label themselves as “math-people” or “not-math-people” -- an attitude and belief that can affect willingness to progress. Often, this negativity can be thanks to parents who grew up with a vendetta against math themselves....May 17, 2018
College orientation is the first opportunity where students and parents can get to know the college experience intimately. We’ve highlighted 7 key ways to make attending orientation pay off for you....May 15, 2018
Summer vacation is a perfect opportunity for students to catch up on problem subjects and learn new skills – while making time to enjoy a couple months’ rest out of school....May 08, 2018
Their bags are packed, first semester classes scheduled, and they’ve promised to make good choices. As a parent, saying goodbye to your child as they head off to college is always difficult, but it’s even harder knowing they’ll be an ocean away....May 06, 2018
As they begin their transition into adulthood, ensuring that students have a strong understanding of finances is vital to their success beyond high school and throughout their lives....May 03, 2018
Today’s preschoolers are increasingly expected to learn reading and math skills before their first day at school. But the pressure doesn’t equal results – and educators are learning the limits to a “one-size-fits-all” model to early childhood education....Apr 26, 2018
Tutors can bring their own personal and personalized touch to K-12 online schooling – qualities that are integral to students doing their best in a non-traditional learning environment....Apr 24, 2018
As the nation’s big college entrance exams go digital, so are a growing number of school districts opting for online-only standardized testing. Here’s what’s new with the online ACT and how students should prepare for the exam....Apr 22, 2018
Since its introduction, states across the US have had varying reactions to Common Core. For tutors, though they may have seen students’ needs differ across state lines, the underlying objective has remained the same - help students progress, reach their goals, and prepare for the future....Apr 05, 2018
While traditionally viewed as opportunities for college students, internships can provide high schoolers with a boost of experience before they’ve even received their diploma. Knowing what employers are looking for will empower parents to help their kids seek out, prepare for and land an internship....Mar 29, 2018
We look at some of the best high schools in America to see what it takes to set a world-class education apart from the rest, and how tutors can prepare their students for the rigorous admissions process to get in....Mar 22, 2018
While it’s up for debate whether or not the east coast got the memo, spring break is soon approaching. A few days off is the perfect amount of time to revive, refocus, and reenergize to make it through the final stretch to summer....Mar 13, 2018
Private, specialized, or magnet middle schools across the US require students to take either the SSAT or ISEE admissions exam. Which test should your child take and when should they take it?...Mar 11, 2018
MakerSpaces, 3D printers, and virtual whiteboards may not be far off from joining tech like tablets and apps used in the classroom. Chances are your child is already using technology that was previously found only in science fiction, but what are they really using today and what’s around the corner?...Mar 08, 2018
It’s a brave new world out there. Technology and other forces are changing the workplace and a new knowledge base will be needed--yet many of these subjects are not taught in classrooms today. Is your child prepared for what lies ahead?...Mar 06, 2018
This year 20.7 million students are expected to attend college--5 million more since 2000. Yet acceptance rates have drastically fallen. Some schools only accepted 5% of 2018 applicants. Do you know what college admissions officers will look for this year?...Mar 01, 2018
Choosing the right sort of books—and learning their major themes and literary devices—is the key to success on the annual English literature exam....Feb 28, 2018
As a tutor, knowing how and when to communicate directly with your students or when to escalate an issue to their parent, can make all the difference in nurturing a healthy and successful tutoring engagement....Feb 26, 2018
A line of communication between parent, tutor, and teacher is crucial to make sure your child is getting the help they need, but one very important discussion is often overlooked: talking to your child about why they need tutoring to begin with....Feb 26, 2018
A guide to NYC’s nine selective high schools, from their latest admissions numbers to what each school offers its hardworking scholars....Feb 15, 2018
'Virtual schooling' now enrolls more than 275,000 students across the U.S. – but what are online education's real benefits and shortcomings?...Jan 31, 2018
Testimonials are critical to growing a successful tutoring business. Put simply, understanding who, when, and what to ask can be the difference between your business thriving and having to look for a new line of work....Jan 17, 2018
There’s no time machine (yet) to carry students back to zero hour on exam day, but in a worst-case scenario, students can cancel their SAT or ACT scores. Here’s how....Jan 11, 2018
Appearances can be misleading when it comes to misbehaving students. What might seem like a problem student could be a student facing serious problems tutors can help address....Jan 10, 2018
Parents needs tutors as much as students need the academic support. Why? Because tutors can help parents navigate their children’s long-term path to success....Jan 07, 2018
Data is not just for the experts: Big Data advocates argue parents deserve to know how their students and schools are performing, too....Dec 13, 2017
On December 14, the FCC is expected to deliver a blow to the free Internet, with uncertainties about cost and accessibility facing tutors, parents, and students alike....Dec 13, 2017
Life skills outside of the classroom play a major role in determining academic success. Can tutors take note and add another dimension to their students’ experience?...Dec 12, 2017
Data transparency advocates argue that states aren’t fully utilizing students’ reports cards to communicate data and state education priorities more clearly to parents....Dec 11, 2017
A NYC Councillor wants the city’s PTAs to disclose their memberships and fundraising in an effort to showcase the divide between rich and poor schools, sometimes even within the same school district. A recent report indicates the issue is hardly confined to NYC: will other cities follow suit?...Dec 11, 2017
Early childhood education plays a major role in boosting student performance. However, poor school funding and student performance in math and reading continue to hold back students....Dec 10, 2017
Southern California fires are still burning, L.A. Unified closed 265 schools as a result, but is keeping school meals available for students in need....Dec 10, 2017
A new investigative article buy the Huffington Post finds that not all students with disabilities are getting the education the government guarantees them....Dec 07, 2017
California is in hot water with parents and students after failing to respond to low student literacy rates state-wide. Spoiler alert: tutors will end up picking up the slack....Dec 06, 2017
With college application session upon us, aligning your application theme with a school’s mission might be your best bet....Dec 06, 2017
December PSAT scores will be sent to students next week. Early findings show that students who take it improve their scores by 100 points....Nov 16, 2017
The important news and interesting stories in education that you may have missed this fall....Nov 08, 2017
An overview of the AABL and the details to know about the test. Student testing...Oct 31, 2017
An in-depth look at New York City’s Gifted & Talented Program and testing process....Oct 10, 2017
Key details and dates to help you prepare for this year’s test season. Now...Oct 03, 2017
Four ways to celebrate your tutor during National Tutoring Week. It’s the first week...Sep 26, 2017
Advice for parents on when and how to get your child evaluated for a learning...Sep 21, 2017
Four of the most important things parents should consider when hiring a standardized test tutor....Sep 20, 2017
How do you know if working with a tutor is right for your child? Parents,...Sep 19, 2017
Ten important practices for parents to ensure a positive tutoring relationship. Positive working relationships are...Sep 12, 2017
The next steps for students whose ACT exam date was affected by Hurricane Harvey or...Aug 30, 2017
Why traditional grading systems are being reevaluated and the new form of student assessment some...Aug 09, 2017
Breaking down the four early college application options. No one sets out to be a...Aug 01, 2017
Where to find a tutor after narrowing your search parameters and the important questions to...Jul 26, 2017
Professional tutor Josh Sohn on how to evaluate prospective tutors and why making the right...Jul 25, 2017
The important details for parents to consider when starting the search for a tutor. In...Jul 20, 2017
Seven signs that may indicate your child would benefit from a tutor. Every parent wants...Jun 08, 2017
Whether you’re an aspiring tutor or a parent looking, here are 11 types of...Jun 07, 2017
Professional tutor and guest blogger Josh Sohn's advice to parents of rising juniors and how...Jun 06, 2017
Four last-minute solutions to ensure your child will sit for the SAT If you’ve...Jan 10, 2017
In 2015, students received over 550 million hours of tutoring in the United States. Spread...