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An Elementary Class Reunion Feels Like Extended Family
What a great weekend! I traveled to Chevy Chase, Maryland for the Somerset Elementary Class of 2004 reunion. It was so much fun to see my former students and families and to hear all about their college plans. We reminisced about our class experiences from our Community Beatnik Poetry Café ... Read More
Tutoring Progressively with an Eye on National Standards
We hear a lot about different types of schools, math programs, reading programs, and so on. All of this information can feel overwhelming. Parents feel a lot of pressure to make the “right” decisions. What I’ve come to learn is that there isn’t one right decision. There are lots of ... Read More
Internship Interviews via Skype
As a Talent Development Specialist for a Fortune 100 media company from 2006-2011, I spent months recruiting students from colleges and business schools to create a highly competitive talent pool in consumer marketing, finance, IT, and custom publishing. Despite the craziness of keeping tabs on everyone, it was one of ... Read More
Finance and Accounting for Tweens and Teens
When I tell my friends that I teach younger students about Finance and Accounting, they think I’m crazy. How can a twelve-year-old understand derivatives, valuation, or compounded interest? Over the past couple of years, I have worked with numerous tweens and teens to convey my passion for the subject. I ... Read More
Lessons from the Field: 8 Tips for Successful Museum Visits with Kids
Museums are fantastic places for learning and exploring the world around us. Where else can you find a dinosaur soaring 100 feet and a starry night indoors? Often times, bringing young kids to museums can be daunting. Here are some tips to make your next museum experience a stress-free adventure ... Read More
