Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students Facing Adversity
Developing a growth mindset – particularly in students facing adversity – can be the key to unlocking students’ full potential. Here’s a closer look at the growth mindset, why it’s so beneficial for students, and how teachers, educators, and parents can help children and teens develop it. What Is a Growth Mindset? Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, a growth mindset is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, hard work, and the right kind of encouragement. This is a contrast to a fixed mindset, where people believe their talents and abilities are innate gifts and unchangeable. Those with a growth mindset embrace challenges,...
Embracing Diversity: Meet Georgia’s Friendliest Campus for Students on the Autism Spectrum
As an educator, I knew my son was language delayed when he was in the Mother's Morning Out program and his teachers couldn't understand what he was saying. Only his family (well actually it was only his older sister) could understand his needs. He was later diagnosed as being on the Autism Spectrum and Written Expression Language Disorder. I pulled him from public school in 2013 and built a homeschool learning team for him that included an Orton-Gillingham Tutor, a Montessori Math Tutor, a Biology professor from Spelman College, and I joined every WWII field trip that I could find (because he was immersed...
Summer Reading Readiness: The Key to Fluency and Comprehension
Summer Reading Readiness: The Key To Fluency and Comprehension Books wield incredible power. They can transport us to new worlds, impart knowledge and wisdom, and connect us more fully to each other and the world around us. Reading teaches, entertains, and empowers us all. During the summer months, students have extra time to dive into the world of books and harness these benefits. This is particularly crucial for those in rural areas, where resources may be limited, as summer reading programs can be a vital tool in maintaining and improving literacy rates. In this article, we'll explore why summer reading is so essential, how to promote...
Graduation Denied: How Issuing Your Own Homeschool High School Diploma Can Help Your Child Stay on Track
The traditional high school experience may not be for everyone. Some students may struggle to keep pace, while others may face unique challenges that make on-time graduation challenging. Reasons can range from personal or familial circumstances and learning disabilities, to simply needing a more flexible schedule. Whatever the reason, if your child is struggling to graduate on time, they are not alone. In the 2019-2020 school year, 14% of US students did not graduate high school on time. In the state of Georgia, there were even more high schoolers (16%) that did not meet the traditional timeline. Not graduating on time can present many challenges for...
Why Literacy Matters—and How You Can Help Your Child Improve
Literacy is an essential part of childhood education. In many ways, it's the foundation on which many other forms of education rely. But learning to read is hard, particularly for students from underprivileged backgrounds or rural communities, where schools tend to have fewer resources. Sometimes, kids need a little extra support developing their reading skills. In those cases, summer reading programs can be immensely beneficial in helping students to get caught up and maintain fluent reading comprehension. The Importance of Literacy According to experts, literacy is a key predictor of academic success. Students with strong literacy skills tend to do better in school and have a higher...
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