What are executive function skills? (And why do they matter)

What are executive function skills? (And why do they matter)

As a parent, you’re likely very aware of the impact your student’s GPA can have on their ability to get into college, earn scholarships, and even save on car insurance. What you may be less aware of is the impact your student’s executive function (EF) skills can have...
7 things you might NOT know about ADHD

7 things you might NOT know about ADHD

Many of the students we work with struggle with focus, organization, and procrastination…all of which are common challenges for kids with ADHD.  We have a lot of conversations with parents who suspect their child or teen might have ADHD, or who have recently...
What’s Your Student’s Ideal Study Environment?

What’s Your Student’s Ideal Study Environment?

Have you ever noticed how a simple change in your surroundings can have a powerful effect on your focus, motivation, and productivity? Through our conversations with students and parents, we often find that students are trying to force themselves to study in...
Levels of Organization

Levels of Organization

Is your teen on top of everything they need to be? Good organization is critical for students.  Without good organizational systems & habits in place, students often struggle at school — not because they aren’t smart enough to earn good grades, but because they…...
4 Keys to Setting Effective Goals This School Year

4 Keys to Setting Effective Goals This School Year

For many students, Back-to-School goals are like New Year’s resolutions…they’re set with the best of intentions, but are typically forgotten within the first few weeks.  Studies suggest that only 8-10% of people who set New Year’s Resolutions actually end up achieving...