The chaos of COVID could mean the start of a new era in saner, fairer college admissions. Sometimes it takes a revolution to build a better world.
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If colleges on your best-fit list are reopening and you’re planning a visit, there are a few steps students can take to make the experience as impactful as possible. We’ve included a list of best practices here!
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What is the Responsive Classroom model? What are ways in which it is done well? What are the hallmarks of the program? And how can you tell if it’s a valuable asset in your child’s next school home?
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Parent management training -- to better understand what's going on with your kids and how you can help them achieve success -- is recommended treatment for most childhood conditions, particularly when executive function development is impacted. Create a team that supports you, and surround your self with people who will help you -- so that you can really help your child.
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Curious about the milestones your preschooler is expected to meet prior to beginning kindergarten? Take a look at our list of academic benchmarks as well as strategies to build self-confidence and social awareness.
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On October 1, the 2022-2023 applications for AAAIS-member schools will open in Ravenna. Here, we have some tips and tricks to navigate this year’s changes to Ravenna so families can feel equipped to begin their personal admissions journey.
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I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Atlanta Psychologist, Anna Stagg, a practicing associate at Edwards Psych to discuss anxiety in adolescents. Especially given a school transition, teenagers may experience a season of increasing anxiety. Read for best practices to identify anxiety in teens and some handy tools to help support your learner.
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Cognitive skills testing helps identify whether weak cognitive skills are present, which may be keeping a student from achieving his or her full potential. Expected cognitive skill abilities change based upon age. Results can be affected by various circumstances. Learn about the different types of skills assessed in the Woodcock-Johnson IV.
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Preschool-age children are at an important stage of growth in terms of their awareness of how people's feelings can be affected by actions and words—including their own. That's why your child's preschool probably has specific language and guidelines for dealing with bullying and inclusion (and if they don't, it's time to find a new preschool).
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Navigating a school change can be stressful—for everyone. Your student suddenly has demands for high(er) grades, interview prep, testing, and extracurriculars. This added stress (and constant conversation topic) can be taxing on a marriage. Read on for more tips below on how to handle conversations with grace and intention.
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I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Molly Kramer, an associate with KMP Atlanta Psychology. We discussed the purpose of educational psych evaluations, tips on how to determine if you need to secure one, and debunked some of the stigmas and myths around testing. From my time in the classroom, I’ve read stacks and stacks of ed psychs and it was so helpful to gain a psychologist’s trained perspective on the purpose and intention behind this type of assessment.
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As parents, we play many roles in our children’s lives, and ideally those roles change as our children mature. How to navigate your child’s tendencies, personalities, and needs to set them up for success.
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Tips and tricks to write competitive college admissions essays.
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A well-known reading study still influences reading teachers today. How just 20 minutes a day can help predict student success-in and out of the classroom
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We’re so thrilled to announce September’s Book Club Pick! A kinder, more compassionate world starts with kind and compassionate kids. In Raising Good Humans, you’ll find powerful and practical strategies to break free from “reactive parenting” habits and raise kind, cooperative, and confident kids.
Perhaps for the first time in years, schools have been the forefront of our conversations. No longer are inquiries relegated to “Where do your kids go to school?,” as now parents are commiserating together about the disparities of their local school experience—virtual learning hiccups, digital platforms, Zoom fatigue, mental health challenges, and more. If anything, this has shed more light on education as an industry but also has challenged parents to take a more active role in their students’ educational experience as they have been ushered into a front row seat into their learning. Which brings us to the whirlwind of heartache this year. We have had more inquiries and interest into an independent school system than ever before. Yet, parents are left with wondering “when and where should we start?”
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Happy October! With the official launch of Atlanta Independent School applications in Ravenna last week, we’re getting a lot of calls about how we’ve changed (read: pivoted) our consulting process in the waye of COVID-19. Of course, some things have changed and we’ve had to adapt on several ways we’re serving families safely (outlined below). But, what hasn’t changed is our high-touch support to students and families during what’s shaping up to be one of the most stressful admissions seasons of our generation.
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Studies show that assigning chores helps children build life skills and grow into well-adjusted young adults. Here are 11 reasons why kids should pitch in at home.
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Our friends at CentreSpring health launched a Brain Boost seminar a couple of weeks ago. Their approach to holistic health is fascinating! We wanted to share some takeaways on supplements to ask your pediatrician about when it comes to prioritizing focus, attention, and working stamina in lower-school kids.
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Fielding phone calls with prospective parents and potential new families, they all want to know “how it works.” How do we partner with parents? How do we partner with students? How do we determine “best-fit?” What about non-traditional entry points? The JATP? The SSAT? Ravenna? And the list goes on and on…
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