by Mark B | Jun 6, 2022 | Academic Parenting, Tips & Suggestions
Amazon sells over 100,000 books on “parenting.” Think about that for a second: over 100,000 books to help us become better parents, and most of us still need help. We are adding an “academic parenting” section to our blog, and we’re...
by Mark B | Nov 18, 2021 | General
Is your child suffering from test anxiety? It can be difficult to tell if your child has this problem. Kids that have test anxiety may get stomach aches, feel weak, or get headaches before and during tests. They might even get sick to their stomach right before the...
by Mark B | Oct 28, 2021 | Learning Styles, SAT/ ACT
Lafayette Academy is Lamorinda’s most trusted learning center. We personalize all of our programs, including SAT and ACT Prep. We do not put each child into the same instructional model. Instead, we cater to every child, helping each student find his or...
by Mark B | Oct 21, 2021 | Tutoring
Parents Reaction To Bad Grades Throughout the course of their academic careers, children inevitably get a substandard grade now and then. At times their own sense of unhappiness or embarrassment is strong enough to put them back on track to successful test taking. At...
by Mark B | Sep 16, 2021 | Tutoring
This last year taught us that remote schooling offers many benefits. But, we also saw the costs of remote learning when it’s given in large doses. For that reason, many families are burned out on “Zoom education.” Is it time to give up on remote learning or to...
by Mark B | Sep 9, 2021 | Algebra 2
Should I Be Nervous For High School Math Not everyone can confidently say that they are good at math. In fact, most people, are just flat-out bad at it. Many people struggle with math on all levels, which is why we offer the services we do. If your child is entering...
by Mark B | Sep 1, 2021 | Tutoring
When was the last time you were nervous about a test? Do you remember? If you don’t, think about the last time you went into an interview for that job you really wanted. Take all of those nerves and place them in a teenage body in high school. The peer pressure, the...
by Mark B | Aug 26, 2021 | Tutoring
Each student is different, and so are the methods by which he or she can achieve optimal learning success. As the parent of a student returning to the classroom, you may feel pressured to find the support and resources you need to help your child readjust to the...
by Mark B | Aug 19, 2021 | Tutoring
Forms of distraction such as texting, playing computer games, watching TV, and social networking are enjoyable activities that many teens choose to pursue instead of doing schoolwork. With all of these interests vying for their attention, teens often find it hard to...
by Mark B | Aug 12, 2021 | Tutoring
Whether you meet with a tutor once a week or several times a week, it’s essential that you make the most of every moment spent with your tutor. Tutors help you learn new or challenging content by providing encouragement, motivation, and clarity, all of which are...
