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Feb 05

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How to Foster Trust and Independence With Your Teenager

By Angela B. High School, Learning Differences, Middle School

1. Be honest and open with them about your expectations for their academic career. I think this is the hardest one. If you’re like me, you grew up in a household with expectations that were never spoken of, but were known. My parents, both with graduate degrees and more, expected me to go to a…

Dec 02

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Executive Functioning: How To Help With Organization

By Angela B. Accommodations, Elementary School, High School, Learning Differences, Middle School

In a world full of electronic devices, online schooling, and digital homework portals it’s no wonder that students are finding it hard to stay organized. This is where executive function skills become the crucial piece in helping your child find success. Executive functioning is “the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus attention, remember…

Oct 04

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ISEE Preparation Tips for Students with Disabilities

By Katherine Friedman Accommodations, ISEE, Learning Differences, Test Prep

The demands of the ISEE can be overwhelming for any student, but it can be especially difficult for students with a learning disability and/or ADHD. While there is no magic formula to help a student get a high score, there are steps to help every student get the highest score possible, especially those with learning…

May 29

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SAT and ACT Test Prep for Students with Disabilities

By Katherine Friedman Accommodations, ACT, College Admissions, High School, Learning Differences, SAT, Test Prep

Sitting hunched over a desk and bubbling in an answer sheet for hours at a time doesn’t bring out the best in most students, but it can be especially overwhelming if you are a student with a learning disability and/or ADHD. While there is no magic formula to help you get a perfect score, the…

May 18

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ISEE Prep for Students with Disabilities: Part 2

By Katherine Friedman Accommodations, High School, Independent School Admissions, ISEE, Learning Differences, Test Prep

If you are the parent of a student with a disability, registering for the ISEE is a task in itself. Part I of this post discussed the unique requirements and characteristics of the ISEE, along with the process of applying for accommodations. Once a student is registered, however, there is an even bigger task ahead:…