How to Help Your College-Bound Teen Evaluate Career Choices
Billings, MT (Grassroots Newswire) May 17, 2012 - While some teens have their hearts set on a career path, others may be less sure about their future. Either way, it’s never too early for your high school student to begin investigating … Continue reading
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How Parents Can Set a Good “Learning Example” at Home
As any parent knows, what you do and say has a direct influence on your child – and your words and actions about learning and school are no exception. At the root of a child’s success in school is his … Continue reading
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Assessing the End-of-Year Report Card
Tips for parents to address their child’s academic strengths and weaknesses The end of another school is approaching and that means it’s also report-card time, which can cause dread for some students and their parents. While the report card might … Continue reading
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Homework 101 for Parents
It’s the end of another quarter and as your student becomes increasingly independent in school, homework becomes more difficult and involved. Perhaps you’ve wondered how your role in homework time should evolve, too. Many parents are uncertain about how much … Continue reading
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Huntington Learning Center Celebrates Mathematics Awareness Month
Local learning center observes 27th annual math appreciation event during April 2012 Billings, MT (Grassroots Newswire) February 23, 2012 – Huntington Learning Center in Billings joins schools, colleges, universities, student groups, and other related associations and interest groups to celebrate Mathematics … Continue reading
The Link Between Exercise and Academic Performance
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “the academic success of America’s youth is strongly linked with their health.” In fact, students with higher grades are less likely to be physically inactive and engage in unhealthy dietary behaviors. … Continue reading
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Study Skills: The Foundation for Lifelong Learning
Good study habits are essential for students of all ages. Certainly, no two children have the exact same style of learning, and what works for one student may not work for another. However, when it comes time to do homework, … Continue reading
How Parents Can Help Their Reluctant Reader
Billings, MT (Grassroots Newswire) April 7, 2010 — If you are a parent of a child who struggles to read well or shows no interest in reading whatsoever, you might wonder how you can help. The key to helping a … Continue reading
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Summertime Prep: Using the Summer Months to Get Ready for the SAT and ACT
Billings, MT (Grassroots Newswire) May 4, 2010 — The SAT and ACT are perhaps the most important exams your high school student will ever take. And while most students understand the benefits of preparation, according to Jennifer Quinn, Executive Director … Continue reading
A Summer School Alternative: How supplemental education can benefit your child when school isn’t in session
With school districts across the country cutting summer school programs, what alternatives are available to parents who want to help their children avoid summertime regression and work on basic skills? “Many children could use a little extra help in school … Continue reading