Testing De-Nitions
IEP- What, When, and How. Have you heard of an IEP before? IEP stands for Individualized Education Program. These programs are used to create environments where children with diverse learning needs can grow and prosper. “An IEP is a confidential legal document that...
7 Apps to Support Busy Students & Parents
Here are seven apps we recently tried that could be time-savers and productivity aids for busy students and parents. Choose to put your smartphone to work!
Rethinking questions about career goals
An idea: Stop asking kids what they want to be when they grow up. Start asking questions that help them determine how strengths lead to goals.
Boredom may be key to creativity
Research suggests that boredom encourages us to explore creative outlets because our brains are seeking the stimulation that is missing.
Never too early
Rising high school sophomores who are considering college should begin to consider whether they will take the SAT test, ACT test, or both.
The best timing for SAT Boot Camps + 1-on-1 Test Prep
Back to Basics CEO Juli Bennett discusses the best timing for SAT boot camps and 1-on-1 test prep. We can help with both!
10 Tips for 2019 Graduates
Sharing some advice for graduates from educators who have seen many graduations. What advice do YOU have for the graduating class of 2019?
Cut senior year stress by preparing in summer
Back to Basics CEO Juli Bennett discusses the importance of summer preparation for college.
Five ways to slide into great reading habits this summer
Data reveals an increase over the past few years in the percentage of kids across all ages who report reading zero books during the summer.
Summer slide may get progressively steeper
Recent research points to a troubling trend: Summer learning loss increases as students progress through middle school.