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December 25, 2014
Merry Christmas to All!
This is such a beautiful and special time of year! At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, we celebrate families and joy. To all of you, from all of us, we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas!
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December 18, 2014
Zoo Lights at the Jacksonville Zoo
Jacksonville offers many family-friendly events throughout the Christmas season, from the tree lighting and entertainment at the Jacksonville Landing to the beautiful lights in St. Augustine. One of our favorite picks from the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville is Zoo Lights at the Jacksonville Zoo!We have copied a lot of information about this event from the Zoo's website and posted it below for your convenience.
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Event Information:
December 12 - 14 & December 18 - January 3 Closed Christmas Day
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 pm. To 9:30 p.m.
Friday through Sunday: 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Please note: The Zoo closes at 5:00 p.m. and will re-open for ZOOLights at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $10/Non-Members; $8/Members
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 pm. To 9:30 p.m.
Friday through Sunday: 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Please note: The Zoo closes at 5:00 p.m. and will re-open for ZOOLights at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $10/Non-Members; $8/Members
Save $1 on admission by buying your tickets online! Purchase tickets here!
Celebrate the holiday season and create a family tradition admiring the sparkling lights and brilliant hues at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ Third Annual ZOOLights event. Thousands of LED lights will transform the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens into a luminous winter wonderland filled with moving sculptures, forests of lighted trees and animal silhouettes. Guests will have the opportunity to view sculptures and performances by local artists including students at UNF and JU, yarn bombing by Yarn Bomb Jax, and a train display by the First Coast Model Railroad Society in our Discovery Center in Play Park. In addition to walking among the thousands of lights strung throughout the Zoo, guests can enjoy a unique view of ZOOLights by boarding the Zoo’s lighted train. Guests can also enjoy carousel rides, the 4-D Theater Ride featuring the Polar Express, marshmallow roasting, warm weather “ice” skating and more!
Extras(Not included in ticket price)
Train: $2/adult, $1/child (3-12)
Sea Lion Splash:$2.50/member, $3.50/non-member
Carousel: $1 per person
Stingray Bay: $1 per person
4-D Theater: $3/members, $4/non-members
“Warm Weather” Ice Skating: $4/members, $5/non-members
Glow sticks: $1 per glow stick
3D Glasses: $2
Marshmallows: 4 for $1, Roasting Stick is .25 cents
S’mores Kit: $3.50 (includes marshmallows, grahams, chocolates and stick)
Train: $2/adult, $1/child (3-12)
Sea Lion Splash:$2.50/member, $3.50/non-member
Carousel: $1 per person
Stingray Bay: $1 per person
4-D Theater: $3/members, $4/non-members
“Warm Weather” Ice Skating: $4/members, $5/non-members
Glow sticks: $1 per glow stick
3D Glasses: $2
Marshmallows: 4 for $1, Roasting Stick is .25 cents
S’mores Kit: $3.50 (includes marshmallows, grahams, chocolates and stick)
Check back soon for a schedule of nightly entertainment at ZOOLights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should I get there?
ZOOLights opens at 6:00 p.m. and closes at 9:30 p.m. on Monday-Friday and 10:00 p.m. on Friday-Sunday.
The gates for ZOOLights will close 1 hour prior to the stated closing time. The last Train will run 30 minutes prior to closing. Activity lines will also close at this time.
What time should I get there?
ZOOLights opens at 6:00 p.m. and closes at 9:30 p.m. on Monday-Friday and 10:00 p.m. on Friday-Sunday.
The gates for ZOOLights will close 1 hour prior to the stated closing time. The last Train will run 30 minutes prior to closing. Activity lines will also close at this time.
What is the best way to see ZOOLights?
ZOOLights is best seen experienced when you take the Illuminated Train Ride from the front of the Zoo to the back and then walk back up towards the front stopping in the Great Lawn for s’mores, Santa and skating and then stopping in Play Park for model trains and nightly entertainment.
ZOOLights is best seen experienced when you take the Illuminated Train Ride from the front of the Zoo to the back and then walk back up towards the front stopping in the Great Lawn for s’mores, Santa and skating and then stopping in Play Park for model trains and nightly entertainment.
What animals will be on exhibit during ZOOLights?
Many of the animals will be sleeping inside, however the giraffes, jaguars, and Lost Temple reptiles and primates will be open for guest viewing. There will be a Sea Lion Splash Presentation every night at 7:15 as well.
Many of the animals will be sleeping inside, however the giraffes, jaguars, and Lost Temple reptiles and primates will be open for guest viewing. There will be a Sea Lion Splash Presentation every night at 7:15 as well.
Is ZOOLights handicap accessible?
All ZOOLights venues are handicap accessible; however, the bouncy house at the Fairground area may not be appropriate for some guests.
All ZOOLights venues are handicap accessible; however, the bouncy house at the Fairground area may not be appropriate for some guests.
I am buying a ticket online. Where do I select the date I want to attend ZOOLights?
Tickets are good for any one night of ZOOLights. You do not have to select a specific date when purchasing your ticket.
Tickets are good for any one night of ZOOLights. You do not have to select a specific date when purchasing your ticket.
Are skates included in the price of “warm weather” ice skating?
Yes! Skates are included in price of ice skating. Socks will be available for purchase at the rink. Each skating ticket is good for 15 minutes on the “ice”.
Yes! Skates are included in price of ice skating. Socks will be available for purchase at the rink. Each skating ticket is good for 15 minutes on the “ice”.
December 11, 2014
Preparing for Winter Break
Just 5 more school days until Winter Break! Parents, students, and all of us here at the Tutoring Club are looking forward to some time off and enjoying our families and friends!
While that is VERY exciting, take these last few days at school to make sure all of your assignments are caught up! It's a great time to log on to the Grade Portal and make sure anything that is "missing" makes it to school.
Also, if you can use your time over the break to do a project, make sure you have all the criteria before next Thursday! Take the rubric home and work just a little bit on a few days to complete your project. That way, when you get back in January, you aren't scrambling to do the research, or get the materials, etc. It makes for a GREAT start to the New Year!
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While that is VERY exciting, take these last few days at school to make sure all of your assignments are caught up! It's a great time to log on to the Grade Portal and make sure anything that is "missing" makes it to school.
Also, if you can use your time over the break to do a project, make sure you have all the criteria before next Thursday! Take the rubric home and work just a little bit on a few days to complete your project. That way, when you get back in January, you aren't scrambling to do the research, or get the materials, etc. It makes for a GREAT start to the New Year!
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December 3, 2014
Clothes Closet for Students in Need
DID YOU KNOW?
With the simple cutting of a ribbon, Duval County Public Schools and Dignity U Wear hope to reduce the number of students in need of clothing. The district serves nearly 700 homeless students and thousands more who are considered low-income. Unfortunately, these numbers grow everyday. Thanks to an expanded partnership between Duval County Public Schools and Dignity U Wear, there is now a better way to serve local school children in need. After many years of providing clothing for low-income children in the school system on a case-by-case basis, Dignity U Wear, in cooperation with Duval County Public Schools, has established a district-wide, centrally-located “New Clothes Closet” that will be exclusively accessible to educators, school social workers and guidance counselors, to provide brand new clothing to underserved, at-risk school children. Social workers will have direct access to pants, shirts, uniforms, jeans, socks, underwear and other school-appropriate clothing for children.
What an awesome service for our students in need!
With the simple cutting of a ribbon, Duval County Public Schools and Dignity U Wear hope to reduce the number of students in need of clothing. The district serves nearly 700 homeless students and thousands more who are considered low-income. Unfortunately, these numbers grow everyday. Thanks to an expanded partnership between Duval County Public Schools and Dignity U Wear, there is now a better way to serve local school children in need. After many years of providing clothing for low-income children in the school system on a case-by-case basis, Dignity U Wear, in cooperation with Duval County Public Schools, has established a district-wide, centrally-located “New Clothes Closet” that will be exclusively accessible to educators, school social workers and guidance counselors, to provide brand new clothing to underserved, at-risk school children. Social workers will have direct access to pants, shirts, uniforms, jeans, socks, underwear and other school-appropriate clothing for children.
What an awesome service for our students in need!
December 1, 2014
NFL Quarterback Impressed with his son's Math Skills
Ryan Fitzpatrick, the Houston Texans' quarterback, brought his son Brady to the stage with him during a press conference Sunday.
Having just thrown six touchdown passes to beat the Tennessee Titans, Fitzpatrick asked someone in the audience to give his son Brady two numbers between 90 and 99 so he could multiply them in his head.
Watch this video to see what happens!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KjMeDfYWRu8
November 25, 2014
Fun Thanksgiving Trivia
At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, we try not to miss any opportunity to learn something new! Here are some fun trivia bits about Thanksgiving:
- In 2013 it is reckoned that nearly 320 million turkeys have been reared for Thanksgiving celebrations. In the UK approximately 13 million turkeys are reared for Christmas Day.
- There appear to be three places in the USA named after this traditional meal: Turkey in Texas [population 491]; Turkey Creek, Louisiana [population 364]; and Turkey, North Carolina [population 267]. Three towns in Kansas also have the name Turkey. Do you know of any others?
- Following this discovery we have found that there are a number of places named Cranberry - perhaps after the sauce often eaten with turkey. The biggest appears to be Cranberry in Butler County, Pennsylvania with 28,000 inhabitants.
- Plymouth Rock, where the Pilgrim Father's landed, is celebrated by 28 sites in the US. Of course, England have the original Plymouth in Devon city, and this is where the Pilgrims set sail. Minnesota and Massachusetts have the biggest conurbations of Plymouth.
- There is Pilgrim in Dade County, Missouri with a population of some 133 good folks!
- Pilgrims, or Romans? The first Thanksgiving feast lasted three days.
- Talk'n Turkey about turkey... Turkeys are called turkeys because hundreds of years ago, Turkish merchants imported similar fowls to Europe. The Europeans called them turkey birds. The name just seemed to fit the fowls they later found in America.
- FDR would be proud. Hoping to stimulate an urge to shop, in 1939 President Roosevelt moved Thanksgiving one week closer to Christmas. It didn't work, so it was changed back a couple of years later years later. No need to worry now. Last year shoppers spent a record $59.1 billion over the four-day weekend.
- Green Bean Overload: Campbells sells $20 million in mushroom soup on Thanksgiving.
- They girlble, maybe? Female turkeys don't gobble.
Pawsitive Reading Program at The Humane Society
The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville found this amazing program available to kids!
The Pawsitive Reading Program is designed to provide enrichment for humans, canines and felines. This program is for children ages 8 – 13 to visit the shelter for 45 minute time periods on Wednesday afternoons to read to our shelter animals.
Children may read to either dogs or cats, and should bring suitable fiction or non-fiction reading materials including school books. Parents MUST attend, and stay with their child throughout the 45 minute block(s) of time.
For all the details, visit www.jaxhumane.org
The Pawsitive Reading Program is designed to provide enrichment for humans, canines and felines. This program is for children ages 8 – 13 to visit the shelter for 45 minute time periods on Wednesday afternoons to read to our shelter animals.
Children may read to either dogs or cats, and should bring suitable fiction or non-fiction reading materials including school books. Parents MUST attend, and stay with their child throughout the 45 minute block(s) of time.
For all the details, visit www.jaxhumane.org
Business Partner with Greenland Pines Elementary
Tutoring Club of Jacksonville is so thrilled to be an official Business Partner with Greenland Pines Elementary! We are looking forward to all the ways we can interact with teachers, parents, and students to help make sure this school year is an excellent learning experience for all!
It is gratifying to partner with this school and support the families in our community. We are excited about this partnership and we just know it's going to be a great year!
It is gratifying to partner with this school and support the families in our community. We are excited about this partnership and we just know it's going to be a great year!
November 18, 2014
Good News in School - November Edition from DCPS
The DCPS website contains a lot of excellent information on many topics, but the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville really likes this segment! Watch this video to see a couple of good things happening at a few schools around Jacksonville!
Published on Nov 7, 2014
Welcome to the November Edition of Duval County Public Schools' "Good News in Schools!" This brief, but fun video includes feature stories from Arlington Heights Elementary, Chaffee Trail Elementary, the DCPS Administration Building, North Shore Elementary, and Kirby-Smith Middle School
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OzcMgWKAvQ&list=UUM-rcmJbUQuIlzrGU4wpdZA
October 30, 2014
"Lucky 13" Guidelines from FDA for Halloween!
It's Halloween and we know our students are so excited about Trick-or-Treating!
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween by following the “lucky 13” guidelines from FDA, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
1.Wear costumes made of fire-retardant materials; look for “flame resistant” on the label. If you make your costume, use flame-resistant fabrics such as polyester or nylon.
2.Wear bright, reflective costumes or add strips of reflective tape so you’ll be more visible; make sure the costumes aren’t so long that you’re in danger of tripping.
3.Wear makeup and hats rather than masks that can obscure your vision.
4.Test the makeup you plan to use by putting a small amount on the arm of the person who will be wearing it a couple of days in advance. If a rash, redness, swelling, or other signs of irritation develop where the makeup was applied, that's a sign of a possible allergy.
5.Check FDA’s list of color additives to see if makeup additives are FDA approved. If they aren’t approved for their intended use, don’t use it.
6.Don’t wear decorative contact lenses unless you have seen an eye care professional and gotten a proper lens fitting and instructions for using the lenses.
7.Don’t eat candy until it has been inspected at home.
8.Trick-or-treaters should eat a snack before heading out, so they won’t be tempted to nibble on treats that haven’t been inspected.
9.Tell children not to accept—or eat—anything that isn’t commercially wrapped.
10.Parents of very young children should remove any choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys.
11.Inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as an unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes, or tears in wrappers. Throw away anything that looks suspicious.
12.Look for the warning label to avoid juice that hasn’t been pasteurized or otherwise processed, especially packaged juice products that may have been made on site. When in doubt, ask! Always ask if you are unsure if a juice product is pasteurized or not. Normally, the juice found in your grocer’s frozen food case, refrigerated section, or on the shelf in boxes, bottles, or cans is pasteurized.
13.Before bobbing for apples—a favorite Halloween game—reduce the amount of bacteria that might be on apples by thoroughly rinsing them under cool running water. As an added precaution, use a produce brush to remove surface dirt.
Have a safe and FUN Halloween! #tutoringclubjax
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween by following the “lucky 13” guidelines from FDA, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
1.Wear costumes made of fire-retardant materials; look for “flame resistant” on the label. If you make your costume, use flame-resistant fabrics such as polyester or nylon.
2.Wear bright, reflective costumes or add strips of reflective tape so you’ll be more visible; make sure the costumes aren’t so long that you’re in danger of tripping.
3.Wear makeup and hats rather than masks that can obscure your vision.
4.Test the makeup you plan to use by putting a small amount on the arm of the person who will be wearing it a couple of days in advance. If a rash, redness, swelling, or other signs of irritation develop where the makeup was applied, that's a sign of a possible allergy.
5.Check FDA’s list of color additives to see if makeup additives are FDA approved. If they aren’t approved for their intended use, don’t use it.
6.Don’t wear decorative contact lenses unless you have seen an eye care professional and gotten a proper lens fitting and instructions for using the lenses.
7.Don’t eat candy until it has been inspected at home.
8.Trick-or-treaters should eat a snack before heading out, so they won’t be tempted to nibble on treats that haven’t been inspected.
9.Tell children not to accept—or eat—anything that isn’t commercially wrapped.
10.Parents of very young children should remove any choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys.
11.Inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as an unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes, or tears in wrappers. Throw away anything that looks suspicious.
12.Look for the warning label to avoid juice that hasn’t been pasteurized or otherwise processed, especially packaged juice products that may have been made on site. When in doubt, ask! Always ask if you are unsure if a juice product is pasteurized or not. Normally, the juice found in your grocer’s frozen food case, refrigerated section, or on the shelf in boxes, bottles, or cans is pasteurized.
13.Before bobbing for apples—a favorite Halloween game—reduce the amount of bacteria that might be on apples by thoroughly rinsing them under cool running water. As an added precaution, use a produce brush to remove surface dirt.
Have a safe and FUN Halloween! #tutoringclubjax
October 29, 2014
Article on the Importance of Early Math Learning!
We found this article that talks about the importance of early childhood learning in math, and how it is a key predictor of success down the road! Call The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville if your child is struggling in math! We want to help kids succeed in school and in life! Let us partner with you to make that happen!
Governors should take steps to improve early-childhood mathematics education, including raising the bar for states' early-learning guidelines and promoting changes in teacher-preparation programs, according to a recent paper by the National Governors Association.
The paper points to 2009 research by the National Research Council showing that early math learning is critical for long-term academic success and yet often neglected. It also mentions research by Douglas H. Clements, a professor at the State University of New York College at Buffalo, finding that teachers tend to underestimate how much math young students can learn.
"A child's math ability when he or she enters school has proved a better predictor of academic achievement, high school graduation, and college attendance than any other early childhood skill," the NGA paper states.
The report recommends governors:
Many governors have pushed policies that require students to be retained if they don't demonstrate reading proficiency by the end of 3rd grade. South Carolina recently implemented such a law, while Oklahoma recently repealed one. The NGA paper also suggests governors embed messages "about the importance of early mathematics into existing policy priorities," such as those concerning early-childhood literacy.
Governors Group Urges Focus on Early Math Learning
The paper points to 2009 research by the National Research Council showing that early math learning is critical for long-term academic success and yet often neglected. It also mentions research by Douglas H. Clements, a professor at the State University of New York College at Buffalo, finding that teachers tend to underestimate how much math young students can learn.
"A child's math ability when he or she enters school has proved a better predictor of academic achievement, high school graduation, and college attendance than any other early childhood skill," the NGA paper states.
The report recommends governors:
- "Use the 'bully pulpit'" to advocate for the importance of early math learning;
- Review their states' early-learning guidelines and align them to state standards' further in the education pipeline (i.e., the Common Core State Standards in many states);
- And support policies that strengthen professional development and up the requirements for pre-service early-childhood and elementary teachers.
Many governors have pushed policies that require students to be retained if they don't demonstrate reading proficiency by the end of 3rd grade. South Carolina recently implemented such a law, while Oklahoma recently repealed one. The NGA paper also suggests governors embed messages "about the importance of early mathematics into existing policy priorities," such as those concerning early-childhood literacy.
October 21, 2014
International Walk to School Day
A couple of weeks ago was the official International Walk to School Day - and across the country, millions of children, parents, teachers and health advocates hit the streets!
This year, 60 schools in Duval County participated in the ann...ual event and participants promoted pedestrian safety and advocated for safer walking environments for students.
However, as recently as yesterday, here in Jacksonville, a student was hit and critically injured while walking to school.
This is another plea for all people to help pay attention to walking students and pedestrians! Stay off the phone! Be extra alert! Watch for bus stops! Pay attention to crossing guards and safety patrol! Help keep our students safe!
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This year, 60 schools in Duval County participated in the ann...ual event and participants promoted pedestrian safety and advocated for safer walking environments for students.
However, as recently as yesterday, here in Jacksonville, a student was hit and critically injured while walking to school.
This is another plea for all people to help pay attention to walking students and pedestrians! Stay off the phone! Be extra alert! Watch for bus stops! Pay attention to crossing guards and safety patrol! Help keep our students safe!
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October 20, 2014
Benefits of Tutoring!
The purpose of tutoring is to help students help themselves and to assist or guide them to the point at which they become independent, successful learners. The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville is a great partner to help you get your child to t...his point!
There are many possible reasons why you or your child might need tutoring:
•Teacher or counselor recommends tutoring
•Grades are dropping
•Homework seems increasingly difficult
•Extreme anxiety before tests
•Self-esteem is dropping
•Loss of interest in learning
•Feelings of wanting to give up
•Resistance to doing schoolwork
•Reluctance to go to school
If any of this sounds familiar to you, please call us right away at 904-268-8556!
Tutoring can be beneficial in many ways:
•Provides personalized attention
•Improves grades
•Increases knowledge and understanding of subjects
•Increases motivation to succeed
•Provides intensive practice
•Allows progress at own pace
•Leads to better use of study time
•Improves self-esteem and confidence
•Encourages higher levels of learning
•Encourages self-directed learning
•Reduces competition
•Provides praise, feedback, and encouragement
•Provides review of skills not mastered but no longer taught
We can help - give us a call!
There are many possible reasons why you or your child might need tutoring:
•Teacher or counselor recommends tutoring
•Grades are dropping
•Homework seems increasingly difficult
•Extreme anxiety before tests
•Self-esteem is dropping
•Loss of interest in learning
•Feelings of wanting to give up
•Resistance to doing schoolwork
•Reluctance to go to school
If any of this sounds familiar to you, please call us right away at 904-268-8556!
Tutoring can be beneficial in many ways:
•Provides personalized attention
•Improves grades
•Increases knowledge and understanding of subjects
•Increases motivation to succeed
•Provides intensive practice
•Allows progress at own pace
•Leads to better use of study time
•Improves self-esteem and confidence
•Encourages higher levels of learning
•Encourages self-directed learning
•Reduces competition
•Provides praise, feedback, and encouragement
•Provides review of skills not mastered but no longer taught
We can help - give us a call!
Jaguars get First Win of the Season!
It was a sweet victory for the Jacksonville Jaguars yesterday, over the Cleveland Browns. A deciding win, for a home-town crowd! Excitement was definitely in the air!
Perhaps sweeter than the victory though, is the example our head coach and team have been to the kids and youth of this city over the past several weeks as they were losing. We are so impressed by the behaviors this organization has publicly modeled for all of us. It is important to have a team that is cognizant about their leadership and public persona role to this, their home town. We have a lot to boast about from the coach's leadership, to the conduct of the players in general. They are not haughty, nasty, or show-boaters. The are community-minded and actively involved in our city, and they want to deliver on wins for us!
So Jacksonville Jaguars - hats off you to you! Keep your drive, keep your focus, and keep up the hard work! Thank you for being positive role models for our students here at The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville!
October 15, 2014
Local winners of Mayor's Essay Contest!
We found some local recognition for 9 students here in Jacksonville, and wanted to share this excellent news! Tutoring Club Jax congratulates EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU for recognizing the importance of education and for writing a winning essay!
In support of Jacksonville Goes to College Week, Mayor Alvin Brown issued a call for K-12 students to submit essays explaining the importance of education. Three students from each school level - elementary, middle, and high - were selected to win either a 16GB iPad with Retina Display, 16GB iPad Mini, or $100 gift card for first, second, and third, respectively. The nine winners were announced during the NBA exhibition game at the Veterans Memorial Arena on Oct.8. The winners are as follows:
Elementary
1st: Taylor Richardson, Chets Creek
2nd: Kevin Williams, Jr., Biscayne
3rd: Trinity Cobham, West Riverside
Middle
1st: Tkairahm Waters, Lavilla SOTA
2nd: Babatunde Shofolu, James Weldon Johnson
3rd: Sydney Hamrick, Darnell-Cookman
High
1st: Jacob Osachy, Paxon SAS
2nd: Gabrielle Gibson, First Coast
3rd: Tyler Stocklin, Mandarin
In support of Jacksonville Goes to College Week, Mayor Alvin Brown issued a call for K-12 students to submit essays explaining the importance of education. Three students from each school level - elementary, middle, and high - were selected to win either a 16GB iPad with Retina Display, 16GB iPad Mini, or $100 gift card for first, second, and third, respectively. The nine winners were announced during the NBA exhibition game at the Veterans Memorial Arena on Oct.8. The winners are as follows:
Elementary
1st: Taylor Richardson, Chets Creek
2nd: Kevin Williams, Jr., Biscayne
3rd: Trinity Cobham, West Riverside
Middle
1st: Tkairahm Waters, Lavilla SOTA
2nd: Babatunde Shofolu, James Weldon Johnson
3rd: Sydney Hamrick, Darnell-Cookman
High
1st: Jacob Osachy, Paxon SAS
2nd: Gabrielle Gibson, First Coast
3rd: Tyler Stocklin, Mandarin
October 2, 2014
I'll never use this math again - or will I?
How many times has your child said "I will never use this math again"! The fact is, we use math and math concepts every single day, and don't even think about it. We follow a speed limit, we monitor street crossings and calculate if we need to walk fast or can walk leisurely to make it across the street, we spend money, etc. The Tutoring Club teaches every level of math our students bring to us, including advanced math! Read some key points we took from an excellent article:
Any global
contexts used in math should add to an understanding of the math, as well as
the world. To do that, teachers should stay focused on teaching good, sound,
rigorous, and appropriate math content and use global examples that work. For
instance, learners will find little relevance in solving a word problem in
Europe using kilometers instead of miles when instruments already convert the
numbers easily. It doesn't contribute to a complex understanding of the
world.
Algebra can explain how quickly water becomes
contaminated and how many people in a third-world country drinking that water
might become ill on a yearly basis. A study of geometry can explain the science
behind architecture throughout the world. Statistics and probability can
estimate death tolls from earthquakes, conflicts and other calamities around
the world. It can also predict profits, how ideas spread, and how previously
endangered animals might repopulate.
Math is often
studied as a pure science, but is typically applied to other disciplines,
extending well beyond physics and engineering. For instance, studying
exponential growth and decay (the rate at which things grow and die) within the
context of population growth, the spread of disease, or water contamination, is
meaningful. It not only gives students a real-world context in which to use the
math, but helps them understand global phenomena—they may hear about a disease
spreading in India, but can't make the connection without understanding how
fast something like cholera can spread in a dense population. In fact, adding a
study of growth and decay to lower level algebra—it's most often found in
algebra II—may give more students a chance to study it in the global context
than if it's reserved for the upper level math that not all students take.
In a similar
vein, a study of statistics and probability is key to understanding many of the
events of the world, and is usually reserved for students at a higher level of
math, if it gets any study in high school at all. But many world events and
phenomena are unpredictable and can only be described using statistical models,
so a globally focused math program needs to consider including statistics.
Probability and statistics can be used to estimate death tolls from natural
disasters, such as earthquakes and tsunamis; the amount of aid that might be
necessary to help in the aftermath; and the number people who would be
displaced.
If students are given the right content and
context for a globally infused math curriculum, they'll be able to make global
connections using math, and create a math model that reflects the complexity
and interrelatedness of global situations and events. They'll be able to apply
math strategies to solve problems and develop and explain the use of a given
math concept in the global sense. And they'll be able to use the right math
tools in the right situations, and explain why a math model they chose is
relevant. More importantly, students will be able to use data to draw
defensible conclusions, and use mathematical knowledge and skills to make
real-life impact.
October 1, 2014
Pink Horse Selfies generate donations for Breast Cancer!
Jacksonville, it is time to TAKE SOME ACTION!
Right now, the iconic horses in front of PFChang's at Town Center are painted pink to represent Breast Cancer Awareness month!
Take a selfie with a pink horse and post to Instagram. Twitter, and /or Facebook and tag it with #paintpfchangspink and PFChang's will donate $1 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation! DO IT!! And share this like crazy so others will do it too!
This amazing project is a true community collaboration. PFChang's is stepping up to make the financial contribution. Students from Christ's Church Academy beautifully painted these horses. The 26.2 with Donna is represented as a partner and raises money for breast cancer. And as part of this awesome community, OUR PART IS TO TAKE, POST, AND TAG the selfie! So get started. Get your friends to participate! We can't wait to watch and see how everyone responds!
#yesidid take a step to promote awareness and a cure for breast cancer!
#yesidid take a step to promote awareness and a cure for breast cancer!
To watch the news story on this event, watch this link:http://www.news4jax.com/news/pink-horses/28345558
September 25, 2014
Expensive college textbooks - how a more competitive SAT score may help!
Do any of you have college bound kids? You need to read this article about the cost of textbooks! This story says that the cost of college textbooks has increased at a rate of 3x inflation! I can attest that they are grossly overpriced AND I know students who have opted not to buy them and try to get through the class as best they can without the book.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2014/02/02/cnbc-college-textbooks-expensive/5038807/
All this to say, it does make the cost of college just that much more expensive. And often times, it's a cost we haven't accounted for properly! So, what to do?
Scholarships are definitely one way to combat the costs. But to qualify for many of these scholarships, the students need competitive SAT scores. We can help with that! Call us today at 268-8556 to enroll in one of our SAT Prep courses. We will be running them ongoing for the next few months and the sooner you get in the better!
September 18, 2014
School Supplies - longing for the good old days!
In honor of Throw Back Thursday (#TBT) we have been contemplating the many things that are different about being an elementary school student now versus the late 60's/early 70's.
Who remembers this?
The school supply box was filled with pencils, crayons, an eraser, scissors, and ruler that the individual student would use. That was just about it! Parents and students were responsible for keeping up with their supplies and this box was kept in the desk.
Today we have to buy the aforementioned supplies, plus hand sanitizer, white board markers, Deskjet ink, batteries, Kleenex, copy paper, colored pens, glue sticks, and the list goes on and on. Not to mention the specific binder sizes, specific folder colors (with and without prongs), college rule vs. wide rule notebook paper, etc.
We just yearn for a little more simplicity! Yay for #TBT and fun memories. And hold on - one day these will be the good old days!
Who remembers this?
The school supply box was filled with pencils, crayons, an eraser, scissors, and ruler that the individual student would use. That was just about it! Parents and students were responsible for keeping up with their supplies and this box was kept in the desk.
Today we have to buy the aforementioned supplies, plus hand sanitizer, white board markers, Deskjet ink, batteries, Kleenex, copy paper, colored pens, glue sticks, and the list goes on and on. Not to mention the specific binder sizes, specific folder colors (with and without prongs), college rule vs. wide rule notebook paper, etc.
We just yearn for a little more simplicity! Yay for #TBT and fun memories. And hold on - one day these will be the good old days!
September 16, 2014
Is your child's backpack a container of chaos?
We have got to talk about the phenomenon of the trash-filled backpacks that have been coming through the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville lately!
While it is kind of funny on the outside, and we do get a little chuckle when students open up these seemingly bottomless pits of wadded up papers and food wrappers, it really is something that needs to be addressed!
Parents, please make it a habit to go through your child's backpack with them at least once a week. Papers should be organized in a binder or folder according to subject, and then by date. You may be surprised to find assignments they haven't turned in, because they couldn't find them! You may also find assignments that will be coming due, like a project, that your child hasn't started yet because the paper was lost in the great abyss! Organization is part of good study skills and habits.
It would also be a great idea to go over the planner to make sure your child is writing assignments in their planner. You can show them the correlation between planned work (from the planner) to completed work (in their binders) to grades (online grade portal).
Unfortunately, messy and unorganized backpacks aren't unique to any particular age group. Many of our worst offenders are our High School students! This is just one more way to plug into your child's success in school. Make it a weekend tradition!
While it is kind of funny on the outside, and we do get a little chuckle when students open up these seemingly bottomless pits of wadded up papers and food wrappers, it really is something that needs to be addressed!
Parents, please make it a habit to go through your child's backpack with them at least once a week. Papers should be organized in a binder or folder according to subject, and then by date. You may be surprised to find assignments they haven't turned in, because they couldn't find them! You may also find assignments that will be coming due, like a project, that your child hasn't started yet because the paper was lost in the great abyss! Organization is part of good study skills and habits.
It would also be a great idea to go over the planner to make sure your child is writing assignments in their planner. You can show them the correlation between planned work (from the planner) to completed work (in their binders) to grades (online grade portal).
Unfortunately, messy and unorganized backpacks aren't unique to any particular age group. Many of our worst offenders are our High School students! This is just one more way to plug into your child's success in school. Make it a weekend tradition!
September 15, 2014
Progress Reports - early indicators of success...or failure
For most of you, progress reports will come home some time this week. It will be a reflection of how your child is doing so far this first 9-weeks. It's your early indicator of success...or failure.
If you see that your child is struggling, please call us at the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville. Getting on top of the issue NOW will save you and your child a lot of stress! Through our diagnostic test, we will be able to tell you if your child has not mastered some fundamental skills that they need to succeed in school. And if that's the case, we can design a personal curriculum for them to bring them up to where they need to be!
Our goal is to make sure students are in a position to confidently, independently, and accurately do their work in school and achieve good grades! If your child's progress report isn't reflecting that, call us immediately and let us partner with you to help!
Don't let this be you!
If you see that your child is struggling, please call us at the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville. Getting on top of the issue NOW will save you and your child a lot of stress! Through our diagnostic test, we will be able to tell you if your child has not mastered some fundamental skills that they need to succeed in school. And if that's the case, we can design a personal curriculum for them to bring them up to where they need to be!
Our goal is to make sure students are in a position to confidently, independently, and accurately do their work in school and achieve good grades! If your child's progress report isn't reflecting that, call us immediately and let us partner with you to help!
September 12, 2014
$50 off SAT Prep Class when you mention the code in this article!
The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville is accepting students for our next SAT Prep class. Call us at 268-8556 to register. The code to give us is BLOG0920. This will save you $50 off the cost of the class!
Our next pre-test will be given on Saturday, September 20th from 8:30-12:30. Sign up now so your child is well-prepared to take the SAT in November!
Our next pre-test will be given on Saturday, September 20th from 8:30-12:30. Sign up now so your child is well-prepared to take the SAT in November!
September 11, 2014
"Look for the Helpers" - a way to talk about 9/11 to kids
We were looking for a way to talk to kids about today and its significance. We came across a post from Kid President on Facebook that we felt summed it up pretty nicely. Enjoy the post!
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Today, like many days, we have to look back to the words of Fred Rogers. Here's to all the helpers. Keep spreading hope. - Brad and Robby
"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the... helpers. You will always find people who are helping.' To this day, especially in times of 'disaster,' I remember my mother's words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers--so many caring people in this world." - Fred Rogers
"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the... helpers. You will always find people who are helping.' To this day, especially in times of 'disaster,' I remember my mother's words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers--so many caring people in this world." - Fred Rogers
September 10, 2014
We are taking sign-ups for our next SAT Prep class
At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, we are taking sign-ups now for our next SAT Prep class that begins on 9/29/14. Spaces fill up fast, so if your student is planning to take the test on November 8th, this is the class to join! Call us at 904-268-8556.
Here is a link to an article that highlights the importance of the SAT results for college admissions as a predictor for success in college. It also discusses the application of the test score as a predictor for success in life after college! Interesting information!
http://www.slate.com/articles/health_and_science/science/2014/04/what_do_sat_and_iq_tests_measure_general_intelligence_predicts_school_and.html
Here is a link to an article that highlights the importance of the SAT results for college admissions as a predictor for success in college. It also discusses the application of the test score as a predictor for success in life after college! Interesting information!
http://www.slate.com/articles/health_and_science/science/2014/04/what_do_sat_and_iq_tests_measure_general_intelligence_predicts_school_and.html
September 9, 2014
Dress Code Violation Discussion - the "Shame Suit"
Two incidents have been in the news lately about a "Shame Suit" for dress code violators at a local High School. We are a little torn on the topic and are very interested in your perspective.
On the one hand, the school does have a dress code/code of conduct policy, as all schools do. If in fact a student is in violation, should the consequences be applied?
On the other hand, are the options appropriately applied? ISS, Shame Suit, or call home for other attire.
We really are interested in your thoughts. Are you aware of your school's dress code? Do you/your children adhere to it? If you were in charge of running a school, what would your ideal policy be? Please post, but keep it civil!
On the one hand, the school does have a dress code/code of conduct policy, as all schools do. If in fact a student is in violation, should the consequences be applied?
On the other hand, are the options appropriately applied? ISS, Shame Suit, or call home for other attire.
We really are interested in your thoughts. Are you aware of your school's dress code? Do you/your children adhere to it? If you were in charge of running a school, what would your ideal policy be? Please post, but keep it civil!
September 8, 2014
Florida Prepaid Dropping Plan Prices and Refunds!
As a parent with 3 children who participate in this plan, let me first provide an unsolicited endorsement that this is one of the best financial decisions we have made for our kids. I have to tell you, I love not having to worry about coming up with the tuition payments when it comes time to pay that college bill! (The books are entirely a different subject though)!!
So when this article came across the newswire, it caught my eye! Read it here:
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/os-florida-prepaid-tuition-plans-prices,0,6893314.post
Better than a refund for me, may be the news that the current rates are significantly dropping to allow more parents and grandparents to enroll in this program for their kids! If the rates were cost-prohibitive for you last year, give it another look during the upcoming enrollment period! This is one purchase that is well worth it!
So when this article came across the newswire, it caught my eye! Read it here:
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/os-florida-prepaid-tuition-plans-prices,0,6893314.post
Better than a refund for me, may be the news that the current rates are significantly dropping to allow more parents and grandparents to enroll in this program for their kids! If the rates were cost-prohibitive for you last year, give it another look during the upcoming enrollment period! This is one purchase that is well worth it!
September 4, 2014
The importance of SAT scores for College
At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, we are getting ready to accept enrollment for our next SAT Prep class. If you have a student who is beginning/in the weeds of the process of looking at colleges, taking tests, monitoring their GPA, fulfilling their volunteer hours, etc., you may be facing a myriad of questions and wondering just how important the SAT score is to this whole process!
We found an article that actually addresses this question and a couple of other pieces of the college admissions process.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/stevecohen/2012/09/29/the-three-biggest-lies-in-college-admission/
We believe SAT scores are VERY important. Our SAT Prep class can improve scores dramatically. The diagnostic test allows us to individualize your student's program to maximize his or her time with us. Our special software system allows us to target specific test and study strategies to the items missed on practice tests. The result is that students only study what they need to study. We give them instruction and practice taking these exams. We build on their strengths and fill in gaps and teach them how to strategically approach these tests.
We found an article that actually addresses this question and a couple of other pieces of the college admissions process.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/stevecohen/2012/09/29/the-three-biggest-lies-in-college-admission/
We believe SAT scores are VERY important. Our SAT Prep class can improve scores dramatically. The diagnostic test allows us to individualize your student's program to maximize his or her time with us. Our special software system allows us to target specific test and study strategies to the items missed on practice tests. The result is that students only study what they need to study. We give them instruction and practice taking these exams. We build on their strengths and fill in gaps and teach them how to strategically approach these tests.
August 28, 2014
"This is exasperating!" - this video is hilarious!
Kids truly do say the funniest things! This video is trending this morning and we have a link to it below. It is very amusing! One of the funniest things about it is this kid uses the word "exasperating" in the proper context! He's in a car seat and using a big word in the right way! Unbelievable!
http://fox8.com/2014/08/28/this-is-exasperating-adorable-boy-has-priceless-reaction-to-mommys-big-secret/
After you get a chuckle, we also want to give this mom some credit for teaching her child some great vocabulary at such a young age. He also shows some math skills by talking about currently having 2 and adding one more, and he is a critical thinker, anticipating the need for earplugs to address a crying problem. We love this - he is expressive and articulate for such a small boy!
Have a fabulous Thursday!
http://fox8.com/2014/08/28/this-is-exasperating-adorable-boy-has-priceless-reaction-to-mommys-big-secret/
After you get a chuckle, we also want to give this mom some credit for teaching her child some great vocabulary at such a young age. He also shows some math skills by talking about currently having 2 and adding one more, and he is a critical thinker, anticipating the need for earplugs to address a crying problem. We love this - he is expressive and articulate for such a small boy!
Have a fabulous Thursday!
August 26, 2014
Safety for our Kids - at the bus stop and beyond
We weren't planning to blog about this topic today, but breaking news just came across social media, so we wanted to highlight this issue in case it's not top of mind!
Our world can be a dangerous place and it's up to all of us to help protect our children. Read this article via the link below (the picture is NOT associated with the article):
http://www.news4jax.com/news/suspicious-white-van-spotted-3-times-near-school-bus-stops/27739812?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
Please be diligent, and watch out for ALL children! Teach kids to be aware of their surroundings. Make sure they travel in groups, not alone. Tell them how to communicate with someone if they sense there is a problem. They need to be safe from all kinds of harmful and dangerous situations, and this situation is unfortunately only one of many they may face.
Don't be afraid or embarrassed to have frank discussions with your kids. They need our guidance!
Our world can be a dangerous place and it's up to all of us to help protect our children. Read this article via the link below (the picture is NOT associated with the article):
http://www.news4jax.com/news/suspicious-white-van-spotted-3-times-near-school-bus-stops/27739812?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
Please be diligent, and watch out for ALL children! Teach kids to be aware of their surroundings. Make sure they travel in groups, not alone. Tell them how to communicate with someone if they sense there is a problem. They need to be safe from all kinds of harmful and dangerous situations, and this situation is unfortunately only one of many they may face.
Don't be afraid or embarrassed to have frank discussions with your kids. They need our guidance!
August 25, 2014
The Power of Active Learning
There are numerous ways for us to learn.
Many studies have been conducted that prove this, but unfortunately, not all learning environments can incorporate the methodology in which perhaps your child learns most effectively. That's where you come in!
http://changingminds.org/explanations/learning/active_learning.htm
The above link takes you to one such study that shows a variety of ways we retain information. As you help your child study, or review homework, help reinforce the principles with DOING - active learning! Figure out a way to let them have some hands-on experience. Practice multiplication and division with a roll of pennies. Have them look up an unknown word in a physical dictionary then write it in a sentence using it appropriately. Talk about condensation when you boil water and droplets collect on the lid of the pot. Visit museums or zoos - anywhere that has something pertinent to the subjects they are studying!
Let them learn that all these things go on in their lives every day and help them recognize them and apply them.
Many studies have been conducted that prove this, but unfortunately, not all learning environments can incorporate the methodology in which perhaps your child learns most effectively. That's where you come in!
http://changingminds.org/explanations/learning/active_learning.htm
The above link takes you to one such study that shows a variety of ways we retain information. As you help your child study, or review homework, help reinforce the principles with DOING - active learning! Figure out a way to let them have some hands-on experience. Practice multiplication and division with a roll of pennies. Have them look up an unknown word in a physical dictionary then write it in a sentence using it appropriately. Talk about condensation when you boil water and droplets collect on the lid of the pot. Visit museums or zoos - anywhere that has something pertinent to the subjects they are studying!
Let them learn that all these things go on in their lives every day and help them recognize them and apply them.
August 21, 2014
Being a Parent Volunteer at School
There are a variety of ways to volunteer at your child's school. There are opportunities for parents/grandparents who do not work AND opportunities for those who do work outside the home. You can volunteer to help in the classroom, plan to chaperone field trips, and help with special events like Play Day or Orientation. You simply need to ask the teacher what you can do to help!
However, in preparation for these opportunities, parents definitely need to get clearance through the school system in advance. For Duval County, the link to the process is here:
http://www.duvalschools.org/Page/7416
Just know that your child will remember your participation in their school events. It really does mean something to have you around!
However, in preparation for these opportunities, parents definitely need to get clearance through the school system in advance. For Duval County, the link to the process is here:
http://www.duvalschools.org/Page/7416
Just know that your child will remember your participation in their school events. It really does mean something to have you around!
August 20, 2014
Reading WITH your child has big benefits!
It has been a GREAT week at the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville so far! Our students have come in so excited about starting school! They are beautiful with their smiling faces and excellent attitudes! It is very rewarding to see their studying efforts they practiced all summer really pay off in terms of confidence and preparedness these first few days of school! We thank you again parents, for bringing them to tutoring and letting us help them get ready.
One easy tip you can begin doing with your child TODAY is reading with them. This applies to kids of all ages and grades. Read to your child for 10 minutes then ask them 3 questions about what you read. This will help them listen for details and pay attention to what you are reading. Then have your child read to you for 10 minutes and ask you 3 questions about what they read to you. This will help them read for comprehension, remembering details and practicing their critical thinking when formulating their questions.
In addition to practicing their skills, it will give you incredible bonding time with your child, again, no matter what age. You can read their favorite book, read from your tablet or device, or use their history textbook - just read! You can do this in almost any setting...your child can read to you in the car, you can read while you are preparing dinner, and before bedtime is a great way to end the evening. Anytime is a great time to create this reading habit and create sweet memories!
One easy tip you can begin doing with your child TODAY is reading with them. This applies to kids of all ages and grades. Read to your child for 10 minutes then ask them 3 questions about what you read. This will help them listen for details and pay attention to what you are reading. Then have your child read to you for 10 minutes and ask you 3 questions about what they read to you. This will help them read for comprehension, remembering details and practicing their critical thinking when formulating their questions.
In addition to practicing their skills, it will give you incredible bonding time with your child, again, no matter what age. You can read their favorite book, read from your tablet or device, or use their history textbook - just read! You can do this in almost any setting...your child can read to you in the car, you can read while you are preparing dinner, and before bedtime is a great way to end the evening. Anytime is a great time to create this reading habit and create sweet memories!
August 19, 2014
Creative Learning anytime, anywhere!
Learning truly is a lifelong process and much of it happens outside of the classroom. That is where we get to apply our knowledge to real life situations. Let me illustrate an example of how you can help your child apply some of their skills they learn at the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville:
We can all agree that it's HOT outside. So in the 7 day forecast above, examine how many topics you can cover with your child -
How many days are in a week? Name those days. What day comes after Thursday? What day comes before Tuesday?
What is the temperature today? What is the difference between the high temp and the low temp of the day (uses subtraction skills)? What is the hottest day this week?
You can see the pattern! Life is full of lessons - and our children learn so much from us! Take time to teach them in your every day interactions!
We can all agree that it's HOT outside. So in the 7 day forecast above, examine how many topics you can cover with your child -
How many days are in a week? Name those days. What day comes after Thursday? What day comes before Tuesday?
What is the temperature today? What is the difference between the high temp and the low temp of the day (uses subtraction skills)? What is the hottest day this week?
You can see the pattern! Life is full of lessons - and our children learn so much from us! Take time to teach them in your every day interactions!
August 18, 2014
Daily Deal offer on Jacksonville.com
The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville is running a GREAT deal on Jacksonville.com - Daily Deals! Click the link for full details:
http://dailydeals.jacksonville.com/engine/Splash.aspx?contestid=36330&GroupMode=711456
To summarize, by purchasing this deal for $99, you receive registration, a diagnostic reading or math assessment, and four hours of tutoring with an individualized curriculum (a $272 value). The deal is open until August 29th so log on today and take advantage of this fabulous offer!
http://dailydeals.jacksonville.com/engine/Splash.aspx?contestid=36330&GroupMode=711456
To summarize, by purchasing this deal for $99, you receive registration, a diagnostic reading or math assessment, and four hours of tutoring with an individualized curriculum (a $272 value). The deal is open until August 29th so log on today and take advantage of this fabulous offer!
August 15, 2014
A Personal Reflection on Starting School
As this weekend approaches and the first day of school for DCPS is right around the corner, my heart is full of pride and hope for the students at the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville. This summer, these students have attended regularly, worked hard, and have had the best attitudes! They have made new friends, shared vacation experiences (some have been very educational), and have sharpened their skills to be ready for the new school year!
Parents, you have been great! Thank you for investing in your child and helping them be all they can be!
I am thinking of each of them this weekend and envisioning them starting their day on Monday with a smile on their face and with the confidence and assurance that they are ready for the new school year!
Parents, you have been great! Thank you for investing in your child and helping them be all they can be!
I am thinking of each of them this weekend and envisioning them starting their day on Monday with a smile on their face and with the confidence and assurance that they are ready for the new school year!
August 14, 2014
Repeating a grade level in school
In our constant research on education trends, we came across this statistic:
6% of kids age 6-11 repeat at least one grade in school; 11% of kids aged 12-17 repeat at least one grade of school (http://www.surfnetkids.com/backtoschool/222/back-to-school-fun-facts/).
There are a number of things that contribute to this such as regular attendance, maturity, and study habits. But one huge contributing factor to this statistic is these kids tend to miss some early foundational skills but advance anyway, then get to a point in subsequent years that they cannot move on without that skill. At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, our diagnostic evaluation picks up on these skill gaps right away. We are able to customize a learning plan for your student that addresses missing skills and catches them up to the desired grade level!
If you notice that your child is struggling, we encourage you to call us right away at 268-8556 and let us help so your child does not end up getting held back a grade in school!
6% of kids age 6-11 repeat at least one grade in school; 11% of kids aged 12-17 repeat at least one grade of school (http://www.surfnetkids.com/backtoschool/222/back-to-school-fun-facts/).
There are a number of things that contribute to this such as regular attendance, maturity, and study habits. But one huge contributing factor to this statistic is these kids tend to miss some early foundational skills but advance anyway, then get to a point in subsequent years that they cannot move on without that skill. At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, our diagnostic evaluation picks up on these skill gaps right away. We are able to customize a learning plan for your student that addresses missing skills and catches them up to the desired grade level!
If you notice that your child is struggling, we encourage you to call us right away at 268-8556 and let us help so your child does not end up getting held back a grade in school!
August 13, 2014
Awesome things to do in Jacksonville!
The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville loves to learn about the great offerings in our community! Did you know about this offer from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens?
What a great deal! We have a beautiful zoo full of educational and fun experiences for kids of all ages! For more information, check out the zoo's link:
http://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/index.php/events/event_details/92_at_the_zoo_-_special_admission_offer
What a great deal! We have a beautiful zoo full of educational and fun experiences for kids of all ages! For more information, check out the zoo's link:
http://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/index.php/events/event_details/92_at_the_zoo_-_special_admission_offer
August 12, 2014
Have you prepared for the first day of school?
School starts in less than a week! At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, we are so excited for our students as they enter their new grades, complete with their new set of challenges! We are intently determined to partner with you, parents, to make this a fabulous school year for you and for your kids!
Have you bought school supplies? Has your child finished their summer reading or math packets? Have you been to orientation? Have you started that new sleep schedule? Have you gotten that sports physical or immunizations?
Well, if you haven't, don't panic. But do at least try to get some of these things done and crossed off your list! In the end, what matters is that your child is excited about the new school year, excited about seeing friends and taking new classes, and most of all, excited about taking that next step of independence and learning in the process.
Do all you can to help them be prepared. And give them encouragement! This really is an exciting time, no matter how chaotic the first week may end up being. Help them be safe and secure. Pay attention to school zones and buses, and walkers and bikers. Be involved in their learning and help structure an environment conducive for homework.
And please, let us help. Enroll your child for curriculum that will enable their success in school Whether it's tutoring for reading, math, study skills, SAT prep, or tutor-up for more advanced studies, we are there for you and your child!
We are looking forward to all the buzz in our center this week and next! Keep smiling!
Have you bought school supplies? Has your child finished their summer reading or math packets? Have you been to orientation? Have you started that new sleep schedule? Have you gotten that sports physical or immunizations?
Well, if you haven't, don't panic. But do at least try to get some of these things done and crossed off your list! In the end, what matters is that your child is excited about the new school year, excited about seeing friends and taking new classes, and most of all, excited about taking that next step of independence and learning in the process.
Do all you can to help them be prepared. And give them encouragement! This really is an exciting time, no matter how chaotic the first week may end up being. Help them be safe and secure. Pay attention to school zones and buses, and walkers and bikers. Be involved in their learning and help structure an environment conducive for homework.
And please, let us help. Enroll your child for curriculum that will enable their success in school Whether it's tutoring for reading, math, study skills, SAT prep, or tutor-up for more advanced studies, we are there for you and your child!
We are looking forward to all the buzz in our center this week and next! Keep smiling!
August 11, 2014
The huge benefits of SAT Prep
Today, Ms. Dana, the owner of the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville, was on News 4 Jax to talk about the huge benefits of taking the SAT Prep course offered at the Tutoring Club.
http://www.news4jax.com/news/boosting-sat-scores/27407228
Students who have taken this class have seen a remarkable improvement in their scores. The prep class enables the tutor to target the specific questions missed on the student's practice test and teach to the skills and strategies necessary to improve scores in the separate sections of the SAT. This intense preparation requires a strong commitment of time and effort on the student's part, but the payoff of a better score is significant for students competing for a place in the college of their choice!
We offer classes ongoing, so be sure to contact us as soon as possible to reserve your spot in this course! We plan weeks ahead of the test dates, so call us now to discuss your plans at 904-268-8556.
http://www.news4jax.com/news/boosting-sat-scores/27407228
Students who have taken this class have seen a remarkable improvement in their scores. The prep class enables the tutor to target the specific questions missed on the student's practice test and teach to the skills and strategies necessary to improve scores in the separate sections of the SAT. This intense preparation requires a strong commitment of time and effort on the student's part, but the payoff of a better score is significant for students competing for a place in the college of their choice!
We offer classes ongoing, so be sure to contact us as soon as possible to reserve your spot in this course! We plan weeks ahead of the test dates, so call us now to discuss your plans at 904-268-8556.
August 8, 2014
Jacksonville Jaguars Gameday!
The Tutoring Club Jacksonville is full of sports fans, especially fans of the Jacksonville Jaguars! We are so excited to be part of this NFL community and can't wait to see our team play tonight against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers! Our students will benefit from Jaguars games as we will tie contests to scores and events of the games to learning in our center! So be sure to watch and/or attend games and be involved in what's happening! It's going to be a GREAT season!
Check out all the information about the Jacksonville Jaguars at www.jaguars.com
Check out all the information about the Jacksonville Jaguars at www.jaguars.com
August 7, 2014
"Apparently..."
This has to be the cutest news story presented this week! "Apparently" is a pretty big word for a child this young to use, and apparently he uses it a lot in his day to day vocabulary!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz5TGN7eUcM
We have kids this hilarious at The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville too, we just don't film the funny things they say and do! Clips like this are a reminder of how precious children are, and how they repeat what they hear! Take time to appreciate the sense of humor in your child today!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz5TGN7eUcM
We have kids this hilarious at The Tutoring Club of Jacksonville too, we just don't film the funny things they say and do! Clips like this are a reminder of how precious children are, and how they repeat what they hear! Take time to appreciate the sense of humor in your child today!
August 6, 2014
Be a Parent who is involved in your child's education
Research overwhelmingly shows that parent involvement in their children's learning is directly and positively related to achievement. Unquestionably. At the Tutoring Club of Jacksonville we also are involved in your child's learning, and we are your partner in their education achievements!
The Duval County Public Schools website has excellent resources for parents. It also reinforces the premise above with words and tools. Read the excerpt below from www.duvalschools.org:
The Duval County Public Schools website has excellent resources for parents. It also reinforces the premise above with words and tools. Read the excerpt below from www.duvalschools.org:
There is nothing more important than your child and contributing to their achievements. Become a player.
Make time each day to be a part of your child's educational and social activities. Help your child study. Make sure they complete and understand their homework. Review the work they are doing. Play a game, watch television or read a book together. Know your child's friends. Learn what motivates your child, in and out of school. Help your child set goals and measure their progress. Praise achievement. Talk with your child every day. Talk to your child's teachers about any teacher conference concerns before they become a problem.
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