EP #59 – Empowering Student Success: Summer Strategies & New Roles at Evolved Education with Mary Miele, Becky Reback & Caitlin Hasson
In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the nuances of preparing for the ISEE and SSAT exams, crucial for prestigious school admissions. Discover effective strategies, from understanding test formats to mastering test-taking techniques.
A Framework to Find Out If A School Offers The Support Your Child Needs
As a parent, you want the best for your child’s education, especially when they have unique needs such as ADHD, writing challenges, anxiety, reading and comprehension difficulties, giftedness, occupational therapy (OT) challenges, separation anxiety, or language-based learning disabilities. You may find yourself asking questions like, “How does this school support my child?” or “What can this school do for my child’s specific needs?” In response to these important questions, I have developed a framework to guide you in understanding and advocating for your child’s educational support.
Why Should I Prepare For the SAT or ACT in 2024?
As the academic landscape continues to evolve, one question persists: Why should a student prepare for the SAT or ACT in 2024? With an increasing number of colleges adopting test-optional policies, it’s a valid inquiry. However, there are compelling reasons why investing in SAT or ACT preparation remains a valuable choice.
Pre-College Program Planning
Choosing the right pre-college program is a crucial step for high school students looking to gain a competitive edge in their college applications and explore their academic interests. Pre-college programs offer a unique opportunity for students to delve into a specific field, acquire valuable skills, and experience life on a college campus. However, finding the ideal program can be a daunting task. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the pre-college program placement process, drawing insights from reputable sources such as College Consensus and U.S. News.
What To Do When College Doesn’t Feel “Right”
Overcoming the “Freshman Adjustment Struggle” and feeling better adjusted in college for the first time can be challenging, but there are several effective strategies that freshmen can employ to ease this transition:
What is Freshman Adjustment Struggle and What Can Parents Do About It?
Sending your child off to college is a significant milestone for both parents and students alike. It marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with exciting opportunities, personal growth, and newfound independence. However, the transition to college life can be challenging, and many freshmen experience what we are naming the “Freshman Adjustment Struggle.”
Three of My Favorite Pieces of Advice for Parents of School-Aged Children, by Mary Miele
These days I’m a parent of a fourth grader, a seventh grader and a tenth grader, and I work as an education consultant with families. Daily I have calls with […]
30 Strategies For Learning Well in College
A college student has a myriad of roles and responsibilities that require strategies and skills to accomplish. There are academics to learn, professors to connect with, friends to make, social calendars to keep, arts and athletics to pursue, health to maintain, and careers to pursue. The more we can empower young people to have the experience which involves using strategies to accomplish tasks of all kinds, the more we will see them thrive and learn well. This book aims to provide a base of strategy for the common responsibilities that college students have; however, I leave room for students and learning specialists to create and respond to an ever-evolving higher educational landscape.
Your Roadmap for School Admissions Success
It’s the most magical time of the year! The beginning of the school admissions process in New York City!
It is the time during which families explore the myriad of exceptional schools available to students. It is the time during which families complete applications, attend interviews, and visit schools. It is the time during which students are assessed and discovered.
