education--development

About Me
Choosing To Invest In Education

As soon as my kids were old enough to go to school, I knew that I had to do something to help them to improve their education. They were going to class, but I could tell that some of the lessons weren't sinking in. Instead of assuming that their teachers would figure it out, I started focusing on teaching them what they needed to know in order to advance through school. It was incredible to see how much of a difference those simple actions made. Within a few short months, our kids were performing better in class, trying harder to learn difficult concepts, and succeeding. Read this blog to learn more about investing in education.

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Have A Special Needs Child? Why You Should Get Them A Tutor

11 August 2021
 Categories: Education & Development, Blog

Raising a special needs child can be an amazing experience. You get the chance to see the world through a completely different set of eyes and gain so many insights and skills in the process. Your patience grows exponentially as you work with their particular set of challenges and show them how to be kind and loving towards themselves. It's great to teach them at home, but once they go off to school, your job is not done yet. Read More …

Preparing Yourself And Your Child For Daycare

8 December 2020
 Categories: Education & Development, Blog

If you are going to be sending your child to daycare, then you know this is going to be an adjustment that can be a little difficult. However, there are things that you can do to get through the transition in a way that can make it easier and even exciting for both of you. Here are some of the ways that you are going to want to approach sending your child to daycare for the first time, making it a positive experience for yourself and your child: Read More …

Dropped Out Of School? 3 Reasons Why You Should Get A GED

27 February 2017
 Categories: Education & Development, Blog

There are many reasons why people drop out of high school. Regardless of why you might have done so, it's smart to look into getting your GED. The GED, which stands for "General Education Development" is a diploma that is considered by many to be the equivalent to a high school diploma. Basically, it shows that you know basic skills in reading, math, and other subjects. Classes can generally be taken at a local adult education center, technical school, or community college. Read More …

Pros And Cons Of Daycare

13 February 2017
 Categories: Education & Development, Blog

Perhaps you have a young child and are considering the option of daycare. Listed are four pros and four cons of daycare that may be worth some consideration.   PROS Allows Work. This may seem obvious, but it is worth saying. If you want to be able to work a normal day job, but your spouse cannot provide around-the-clock care for your child, daycare is a great choice. Daycare clinics take care of your child for a certain number of hours per day. Read More …

3 Tips For Taking The ACT

8 February 2017
 Categories: Education & Development, Blog

The ability to get into a good college can have a dramatic effect on your future success. Most colleges require applicants to complete an entrance exam like the ACT. Preparing for the ACT can be challenging, but there are some simple things that you can do to ensure your chances of scoring as high as possible. Here are three tips to keep in mind when taking the ACT to help you improve your overall score in the future. Read More …