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Write clear, respectful emails to teachers. Use email etiquette, templates, and tips to improve your email writing skills and get faster responses.

Set clear tech boundaries for teens with healthy digital habits and screen time rules. Build trust while managing social media and device use.

Boost brain function and improve memory with science-backed techniques. Understand causes of memory loss and how to train memory effectively.

Executive function skills predict grades better than IQ. Organization, planning, and focus drive academic success more than raw intelligence.

Learning centers teach organization, time management, and executive function skills alongside academics. Tutors focus only on subject content.

Most people have heard of executive functioning, but few truly understand what it is—or how to support its development. This blog post reveals how executive functioning challenges often masquerade as laziness or defiance, when in fact they reflect more basic developmental challenges. This piece aims to replace judgment with understanding and empower parents and educators to offer more effective support.

Most students think studying means simply rereading notes or reviewing formulas—but research shows these passive methods often don’t stick. In this bog post, we unpack why recall-based practice—testing yourself without notes—produces far stronger results. This more effective approach to studying is called the Mini-Test Method, a practical technique that helps students close the gap between what they think they know and what they actually need to excel. It’s active, engaging, and especially powerful for students with ADHD, perfectionism, or test anxiety.

When deciding between individual and group tutoring, the right choice depends on your child’s needs, not just your budget. One-on-one tutoring delivers personalized pacing and focused attention, while group sessions offer social motivation and lower costs. This article breaks down how each format affects learning, confidence, and progress, plus when a hybrid approach makes the most sense, so you can choose the tutoring model that actually helps your child thrive.

Both the ACT and SAT open college doors but each measures different strengths. Fast processors often excel on the ACT’s tight timing, while reflective thinkers thrive on the SAT’s adaptive format. The right choice depends on your student’s learning style, not test difficulty. At LifeWorks, we assess processing speed, attention, and reasoning to identify which test best fits your student’s natural strengths.

Get help with your college application from a college counselor or admissions expert. Reduce stress and make smarter choices with expert guidance.

Sleep deprivation affects memory, focus & grades. Know why sleep is important for students & how to improve sleep quality for better academic success.

Find good books for teens and young adult fiction they will enjoy. From love stories to sci fi, these novels are teen approved.

A 1550 SAT is a strong Harvard score. See current Harvard SAT ranges, testing policy, and what to prioritize in your application to stay competitive.

Get exact SAT score requirements for top colleges in 2025. See what scores Harvard, MIT, and state universities expect from applicants.

Boost your SAT Reading score with 11 proven strategies. Get step-by-step methods to increase critical reading performance and calculate better scores.

Get ACT-ready with our proven 10-step checklist. Boost test scores through strategic prep, time management, and confidence-building techniques.

Master the SAT with proven strategies for reading, writing, and math sections. Get actionable tips from test prep experts who help students achieve target scores.

The most effective college essay topics often center on seemingly ordinary experiences that led to extraordinary realizations. A conversation with a bus driver might reveal more about your character than winning a championship. The key lies not in the drama of the event but in the depth of your reflection and the authenticity of your voice.

As a parent, you know your child better than anyone. When something feels off, when homework becomes a nightly battle, when your once-social child starts isolating, or when their confidence seems to crumble, you naturally want to help. Sometimes, despite your best efforts, your child might benefit from an additional supportive adult in their life: a mentor.This realization can feel overwhelming. You might even wonder if seeking outside help means you're somehow failing as a parent. You’re not. The truth is quite the opposite. Recognizing when your child needs a mentor shows incredible awareness and love.