Tutoring and Test Preparation
LifeWorks Learning Center - Since 2004, LifeWorks Learning Center has been providing whole person, individualized support to high school students in a wide range of academic subjects. Their transformative approach to education goes beyond merely teaching students content to include helping them learn and grow as individuals. Rooted in principles of developmental psychology and neuroscience, their approach allows their tutors and mentors to have lasting and meaningful impacts on students that go far beyond what conventional tutoring companies provide.
LifeWorks is offering virtual tutoring sessions during COVID-19 to support students with their coursework. Contact us for information on scheduling a session.
LifeWorks is offering virtual tutoring sessions during COVID-19 to support students with their coursework. Contact us for information on scheduling a session.
Virtual Teaching and Learning Resources During COVID-19
Five Tips for Designing Excellent Video Calls
Creating Curious Inquirers
Distance Learning Tips
Humanizing Online Teaching
Free Online Resources for Teaching your Students Virtually
Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings
Online Emotional and Social Skills Program
Khan Academy Schedules for School Closures
Coronavirus and Kids: Resources from Save the Children
How to Create Google Hangouts Meet Events in a G Suite for Education Account
Creating Curious Inquirers
Distance Learning Tips
Humanizing Online Teaching
Free Online Resources for Teaching your Students Virtually
Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings
Online Emotional and Social Skills Program
Khan Academy Schedules for School Closures
Coronavirus and Kids: Resources from Save the Children
How to Create Google Hangouts Meet Events in a G Suite for Education Account
The Transition to College
A Syllabus for College Transition (Forbes, 2018)
Are You Setting Up Your High School Student for College Success? (Beyond Booksmart, 2019)
Building Self Advocacy in College Students (Beyond Booksmart, 2018)
Why Are So Many Kids Dropping Out of College and Returning Home? (Greatschools.org, 2019)
The College Dropout Problem (Forbes, 2018)
Is Your Kid Starting College? Maybe You Should Resist Being Too Hands Off. (Washington Post, 2018)
Ready or Not: Immature But Heading to College (PsychCentral, 2018)
Are You Setting Up Your High School Student for College Success? (Beyond Booksmart, 2019)
Building Self Advocacy in College Students (Beyond Booksmart, 2018)
Why Are So Many Kids Dropping Out of College and Returning Home? (Greatschools.org, 2019)
The College Dropout Problem (Forbes, 2018)
Is Your Kid Starting College? Maybe You Should Resist Being Too Hands Off. (Washington Post, 2018)
Ready or Not: Immature But Heading to College (PsychCentral, 2018)

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Learning Differences
Understood.org - A comprehensive website for parents of children with learning and attention issues that includes tips, advice, definitions, clear answers, and tools. .
National Center for Learning Disabilities - "The mission of NCLD is to improve the lives of the 1 in 5 children and adults nationwide with learning and attention issues—by empowering parents and young adults, transforming schools and advocating for equal rights and opportunities. We’re working to create a society in which every individual possesses the academic, social and emotional skills needed to succeed in school, at work and in life."
LDonline.org - A guide for educators and parents on ADHD and learning differences that includes questions and answers, media, articles, research, and suggested strategies for supporting students.
ADDitudemag.com - A magazine for parents of children with ADHD with articles, webinars, forums, and advice for parents on how to support their kids with school, organization, health, and positive discipline, among other things.
Wright's Law - A website with information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
How to Have a Successful IEP Meeting - An article from the Harvard Graduate School of Education that outlines how you can have a successful IEP meeting with your child's school.
Digital Distraction Management
Self Control - A free application for MacBooks that helps students avoid distracting websites.
Forest - An app that motivates kids to put down their devices and focus.
Focus - A paid website blocker for MacBooks.