Summer Screen Time Struggles

Are you looking for a fun way to keep your kids active, engaged, and off their screens this summer? We can help! Click here to schedule a free consult and learn more about our special summer tutoring experience. Summer sure has changed since you were a kid, hasn’t it? Where your parents had to beg … Read more

Our Summer Tutoring Message for 2019

In 1978, I could not do long division. And believe me, I tried. There were just way too many steps. It was confusing, frustrating, and I could never get it right. Well, that summer (the summer between fourth and fifth grade) my mom got me a tutor, Mrs. Lewis. I rode my bike to her … Read more

Test Prep Timeline: April 2019

We’re just about wrapped up on SAT/ACT season for the spring; however, there are still a few final opportunities to register for a second or third test if you’re not happy with your scores. Here’s what’s available: SAT Option 1: May 4,2019 (late registration deadline is April 24th) SAT Option 2: June 1, 2019 (registration … Read more

We just finished 3rd quarter… now what?

Fairfax County recently wrapped up the 3rd quarter This week is spring break. And that means this time of year is right about the time where students start to check out, and parents start the 10-week challenge of keeping their kids “with it” enough to close out the year without tailing off. What we recommend, … Read more

Can we create an “ideal” learning environment?

Speaking of focusing on results over learning, this week I want to share a short excerpt from Getting Past Procrastination that addresses how you can work with your child to create a better learning environment. Whenever our kids think we only care about grades or a completed assignment, they will be tempted to take shortcuts. … Read more