by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola | May 16, 2019 | Confidence, Test Preparation, Test Strategies, Tutors and Teachers
Each May, Advanced Placement (AP) exams are taken by students all over the world. These standardized exams are designed to measure how well students have mastered the content and skills taught through the course. A qualifying score could potentially earn the student...
by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola | Mar 29, 2019 | Extraordinary Parents, Growth Mindset, NWEA MAP, School Search, Social Challenge, Test Preparation, Test Strategies, Tutors and Teachers
The recent college admissions cheating scandal was a wake-up call for parents everywhere, and if you’re feeling overwhelmed and betrayed, it’s understandable. This scandal is confirmation that students who make it into selective schools don’t always do so on their own...
by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola | Jul 1, 2018 | Gifted & Talented, Gifted education, Test Preparation, Tutors and Teachers
Gifted in Illinois has changed! In August 2017, the state of Illinois signed the School Report Card Act and the Accelerated Placement Act into law, mandating school district policies and procedures regarding gifted students and acceleration. Both of these went into...
by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola | Jun 26, 2018 | Extraordinary Parents, Gifted & Talented, Gifted education, Summer Camps, Test Preparation, Test Strategies, Tutors and Teachers
A Note to Parents Following Selective Test Results: Did your child’s gifted test or NWEA MAP scores surprise you? Whether your child received the selective enrollment test results you were hoping for or not, it’s worth recognizing all the successes you’ve helped them...
by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola | Mar 30, 2018 | Critical Thinking and Math, Math, Number sense, Test Preparation, Test Strategies, Tutors and Teachers
You’ve noticed that your child has started to fall behind in math class. Homework is a struggle and grades are dropping. You’ve checked all the boxes, and you know it’s time for a math tutor. Finding a math tutor can be an overwhelming process. Here are three (3)...
by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola | Mar 30, 2018 | Tutors and Teachers
Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your child needs a tutor. Often, they will hide their struggles. Other times, you may be in a position where you think you can provide help. This isn’t always the best idea, though. In fact, a tutor is usually preferable. Here are...
