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As the end of the school year rapidly approaches, visions of lazy, summer days fill the minds of youngsters across the country.  But it’s important that children don’t forget everything they’ve learned during the school year.  One way to keep those academic skills sharp is by joining a summer reading program.  Summer reading programs are both educational and fun, and they’re easy to join.  Many public libraries and local bookstores offer programs for school-aged children.  Below, you will find ways your child can benefit by joining a program in your area.

Encourages Your Child to Read
As the school bell rings for the final time signaling not only the end of the day but also the end of the year, it is probably safe to assume your child is mo

If you want to earn good grades, you need to study.  But, studying can be lonely and boring.  If you’re like many students, you probably look for any excuse not to study, which can have a negative impact on your grades.  However, working with a study group can provide the support system you need to stop procrastinating and stay on track.  Here are six benefits of participating in a study group.

Accountability
Do you wait until the last minute to start studying?  Are you easily distracted when you do finally sit down to crack open the books?  Study groups can help eliminate procrastination by holding you accountable for learning the material that will be covered on an exam. 

When you are part of a study group, you know other people are counting on

If you are planning to go to college, chances are you will take the SAT at least once during your academic career.  Widely recognized as an accurate assessment of students’ academic readiness for college, it is a requirement for admission to nearly every college and university in the United States.

Because the SAT measures what you are already learning in school, the best way to make sure you are prepared is to study hard and earn good grades.  However, like any other exam, it is important to review the material that will be covered, familiarize yourself with the exam format and practice. 

With so much at stake, it is a good idea to begin preparing for the SAT two to three months before the exam.  If you are planning to take the SAT, there are several ways you c

When a student struggles in school, their academic performance isn’t the only thing that suffers.  Students who fall behind in class often become discouraged and lose confidence in their ability to succeed.  At times like these, parents and students frequently turn to private tutors for individual instruction to help raise test scores, improve grades and boost confidence. 

But the truth is there are many good reasons to hire a tutor even if you are not struggling in school. The following is a list of ways a tutor can enhance your learning experience.

You want extra help with a specific project.
Whether you are preparing for the upcoming science fair or you want some extra inspiration for your next research paper, a tutor can provide the guidance you need to successfu

Parental involvement is critical to children’s success in school at any age.  However, as children get older, it’s common for parental involvement to decline.  But it doesn’t have to be that way.  Here are five ways parents can play an active role in their child’s academic success at any age. 

Parent Teacher Conferences
All schools and grade levels have parent-teacher conferences several times throughout the school year.  These meetings give parents a chance to speak to their child’s teachers and learn more about what their child is being taught in the classroom.  Teachers can also tell provide insight about things that may not be reflected in test scores or homework assignments, such as the child’s behavior, classroom par