The value of “previewing” to support executive function
In several popular Tips of the Week, our expert staff recommend “reflecting and projecting” during vacation periods, like winter and summer...
Executive Function Lessons from the Rio Olympic Games
Many students ask whether or not the skills they learn in the classroom will actually support them in their future lives or...
Five Creative Ways to Use Your Summer Tutoring Sessions
Students who see a tutor during their academic year always have something to work on. Homework, tests, quizzes, and extracurriculars...
Top 5 reasons NOT to cram for finals (and tips on HOW to study)
With many Engaging Minds students studying for final exams, our office has been abuzz with study planning, organizing, and calendaring....
Summer can be relaxing *and* productive. Here’s how!
Now that the weather is warming up, every child is thinking about summer. Engaging Minds is thinking about summer too!
With so many exams upcoming, create an “exam calendar” for best results
Despite the feeling that the school year is finally winding down, students’ fourth quarters will bring tests, tests, and more...
An executive function approach to college tours
Recently, Engaging Minds welcomed Linda Katz of Right Fit College Coaching to our Newton office for an informative presentation
Homework websites: Pros, cons and how to gain the max benefit from them
Schoology, HomeworkNow, Google Classroom, Canvas, Haiku: These are just a few of the hundreds of online resources that modern school...
The power of choice
Student choice is one of the most powerful learning tools, both inside and outside the classroom. When students have control...
Parents: Trust your instincts!
Your gut feeling isn’t wrong. When you sense that your child is struggling or needs help, you are very likely...
Overtired? How caffeine and sleep deprivation interfere with learning
Stressed-out teens often turn to caffeine or the occasional all-nighter to achieve an extra boost or accomplish their goals.
Eight tips for an awesome second semester!
In the second and third weeks of January, many students resist the transition back to school with all their might,...