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Effective Executive Function Strategies for Kids

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You know your child is smart. That’s why it’s so frustrating when they keep forgetting assignments for school or missing important directions given in class. What’s getting in the way of your child’s smarts and their ability to get things done? Executive functions are the mental processes responsible for our ability to focus our attention, […]

What You Need to Know About Parenting a Child With ADHD

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We get it. Parenting is challenging, but parenting a child with ADHD can feel like a constant battle. Your child tunes out when you’re trying to explain something important, can’t sit still or focus in class, acts impulsively, and makes poor decisions even when you know they know better. No matter what your child’s particular […]

Warning Signs for Learning Disabilities

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As a parent, you work hard to give your child every advantage in life that you possibly can. It can be daunting to consider the notion that your child could have a learning disability, something you couldn’t foresee and that brings challenges through school and causes difficulty learning for the rest of their life.  Fortunately, […]

Everything You Need to Know About the ISEE Test

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You’re probably familiar with standardized tests like the PSAT, the SAT, and the ACT—but what about the ISEE? Many elite private schools require scores from the ISEE test as part of the admissions process. In this post, we’ll answer your burning questions about the ISEE, from “What is a good ISEE score?” to “How important is […]

Parenting a Child with ADHD: How to Find Harmony in Your Home in the Summertime

Parenting a Child with ADHD: How to Find Harmony in Your Home in the Summertime, image of a student working at the desk with flashcards

If you’re like many parents we see at our learning center, you may be already wishing it was time to send the kids back to school. While we look forward to the freedom and flexibility of summertime, parents of kids with ADHD often find that it quickly turns into uncontrollable chaos. Rather than wishing the […]

How to Determine if Your Child Requires Special Education Supports

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When your child seems to be struggling academically, it can be difficult to determine why, and what level of supports are required to help get him/her back on track. Things become more confusing when you can feel your child is having difficulties, but the school doesn’t seem to see the same issues or concerns. You […]

How to Decide If Private School is Right for Your Child

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You’ve got your holiday cards stamped and ready to go, holiday gifts checked off your list, but what about your private school applications? In the midst of the holiday season, private school admissions are closing up on deadlines for entrance exams, applications, and interviews. If you’re on the fence about whether or not to apply […]

It’s Time to Fight the Teen Sleep Epidemic!

It’s Time to Fight the Teen Sleep Epidemic!, image of young mom with teenager studying and looking tired

It’s about time we see the topic of teen sleep in the news and on the lips of our politicians! While there are numerous diverging points for and against California’s proposed legislation to shift high school start times later, there is no disputing we need to take a deeper look at the sleep-deprivation crisis facing […]

Applying for College with Learning Differences

Applying for College with Learning Differences, image of a young female student in class standing up with notes in her hand

The college search process can be a daunting task for any student, but even more so for a student with a learning challenge. Parents are often worried about how colleges will view their students’ grades and test scores in light of a learning disability, anxiety, depression or ADHD. As Independent Educational Consultants, we suggest that […]

Homework Strategies: How to Help Your Child Succeed

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Helping your child take care of homework can be a frustrating job for both of you, and unfortunately, it can lead to stress for your child or issues at school. It’s difficult for many kids to be responsible enough to handle all the work that comes their way, especially right after they move into a […]