The STAR assessment test is a standardized educational tool used by schools, districts, and educational organizations to evaluate the academic abilities of students. These tests measure progress in key areas such as reading, math, and language arts. Unlike traditional exams that may focus on rote memorization, the STAR test is adaptive, meaning it adjusts its…
Studying effectively is more than just spending hours buried in textbooks. It’s about adopting the right study habits and strategies that not only optimize learning but also set students up for success in their future endeavors. While some students can get by without learning effective study habits early in their academic journey, there will…
It’s no secret that the arts are often the first programs to be cut when schools are faced with budget cuts. This is a common occurrence in the United States and around the world, with many schools considering art and music courses as low priority. However, as we discuss why art is important, you’ll discover…
When summertime rolls around, it’s likely that you, along with 82% of Americans, have summer travel plans! Usually, summer travel includes relaxing in the sun or eating diverse foods; and for students, it distinctly means no school. However, now more than ever, students are academically behind and mentally exhausted, pulling into question the importance of…
How The EU is Turning to Online Learning: Cambridge Students Go Virtual With the world pausing in 2020, the pandemic publicized online learning as an alternative to in-person schooling. Despite many schools’ immediate struggle with the virtual transition, online learning has now become a rapidly developed and newly effective way of experiencing education worldwide. …
Children and Routines: Why Routines are Important As human beings, young and senior, we can all greatly benefit from having daily routines integrated into our lives. However, for children, routines serve a vital role in their social and emotional development. Like adults, children’s comfort and confidence increases when routines are habitual. They crave predictability…
Understanding the National Teacher Shortage The new school year is underway, and education leaders across the nation are ringing in the new season in a panic: there aren’t enough teachers to support their institutions. The president of the National Education Association, Becky Pringle called our current lack of classroom teachers a “five-alarm crisis.” The…
How to Prepare Your Student for the First Day of School The first day of school is exciting, yet nerve racking. Exhilarating, yet draining. It’s so much good, yet so much craziness juxtaposed into one. We hear a variety of responses from parents when asked how their students feel about the upcoming school year.…
The Ultimate Back to School Shopping List 2022 Like all good things, summer is coming to an end. But with this ending, sparks another adventure – a new school year! Making new memories, forging new friendships, and learning new concepts- there’s nothing quite like the feeling of being back at school on that very…
How To Engage Students In Remote Learning? A traditional school setting consists of a teacher, their students and their classroom. Teaching is a demanding responsibility, requiring patience, empathy and the ability to notice and react effectively. When you remove the classroom setting and switch to virtual school, learning becomes a completely different experience. As…
