Sadly, beach time is over and this means it’s time for Back-To-School madness! The process can be overwhelming for many children and parents, though often more so for the parents. In my work, I’ve witnessed many families dispose of paperwork and unwanted items simply by stuffing them into bins, and storing them out of sight in the attic or the basement. Eventually, these bins pile up and the next thing you know, your once empty…
Read More »Boston Tutoring Services is introducing a new series of blogposts about local nonprofit organizations. Our goals are to raise awareness about their work and to share how other people can get involved. If you or someone you know is part of, has worked with, or knows about a local nonprofit, please contact us and share your experiences. All submissions are welcome! In the fifth part of our nonprofit series, Boston Tutoring Services interviews Elizabeth M. Barreras,…
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It’s been almost a month since I returned from my study abroad trip to Italy. I read my pre-departure blog and am reminded of how I felt before I left: the nerves and the fright. I had no idea what sort of adventure I was about to go on, and was completely unaware of how life-changing it would be. Studying abroad showed me a whole new world beyond the small bubble I have spent my…
Read More »Ever wonder how you can supplement your SAT or ACT tutoring? For many students, the downtime when you’re hopping on the T, waiting at the mall, or riding on a bus makes for a fantastic opportunity to put in some extra prep work. But, unless you bring along your vocabulary flashcards or download the latest vocab app on your phone, you probably won’t be able to use that downtime to improve your scores. Which stinks,…
Read More »Boston Tutoring Services is introducing a new series of blogposts about local nonprofit organizations. Our goals are to raise awareness about their work and to share how other people can get involved. If you or someone you know is part of, has worked with, or knows about a local nonprofit, please contact us and share your experiences. All submissions are welcome! In the fourth part of our nonprofit series, Boston Tutoring Services interviews Mickey Cockrell,…
Read More »Massachusetts school committees are still deciding whether they will continue to take the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment Systems exam (MCAS) next year, or if they will go ahead with the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for Colleges and Careers exam (PARCC). Of the districts that have decided, so far 57 percent have selected PARCC and 41 percent have selected MCAS, according to Jacqueline Reis, spokeswoman for the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. If you’re…
Read More »High school seniors aren’t adults yet but colleges will treat them like they are. It’s a wake-up call for parents of the college-bound to get themselves and their children ready for their upcoming parent-adult child relationship. Lots of changes are coming and this new family dynamic is developing the same time students are entering the college admission process. It’s easy for families to be overwhelmed by the looming cost and staggering college prep to-do list.…
Read More »The critical decisions students make during their junior year could have a major impact on the next five years of their life— and long beyond. This is the year students start narrowing their lists of colleges and potential academic paths. This is the last full year of grades that college admissions officers will review. Whatever college you plan to attend, a clear strategy will guide you toward your destination. Here are ten tips from the…
Read More »Kids need outdoors time. This is a fact that parents know all too well, and studies show it to be true: Overall student performance—particularly in math and science, and including test scores—drastically improves when outdoor learning is supplemented to their curriculum. Children without access to nature suffer emotionally, mentally, and academically. Ultimately, exposure to nature helps kids become better learners. The good news? The tools are right in your backyard. So whether you choose to…
Read More »Boston Tutoring Services is introducing a new series of blogposts about local nonprofit organizations. Our goals are to raise awareness about their work and to share how other people can get involved. If you or someone you know is part of, has worked with, or knows about a local nonprofit, please contact us and share your experiences. All submissions are welcome! In the third part of our nonprofit series, Boston Tutoring Services interviews Elizabeth Hood,…
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