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Before diving into the specifics, let’s define executive functioning. It refers to a set of mental skills that enable us to plan, organize, focus attention, regulate emotions, and adapt to changing situations. They also allow us to think ahead, communicate clearly, and problem solve. In essence, executive functions are the command center of the brain […]
Middle school and high school students are used to having learning outcomes determined by a teacher, who structures and leads the transmittal of knowledge. But for curious students, the learning doesn’t stop when the night’s homework is done. Avid learners read books, listen to podcasts, and watch YouTube videos, taking the reins of their studies […]
School’s out for the summer, and the Nation’s Report Card is in. Sobering data released by the National Assessment of Educational Progress indicates a sharp drop in math skills among 13-year-olds, scoring on average, 9 points lower than they did in 2020—the lowest achievement in decades. The declines were even steeper for lower-performing students in […]
Parents often ask us what their children can do in middle school to begin preparing for the college admissions process. You might be wondering, “Is it too early to think about college?” After all, college admissions officers generally only look at students’ high school records. In reality, however, the choices students make in middle school […]
At Top Tier Admissions, we often hear from families and students who are curious about executive function—what does it mean? And how do you improve these skills? To learn more, we interviewed Shelly Levy, M.Ed., M.S., a leader in the field of learning development. Shelly is the Director of SMARTS Training & Educational Specialist at The […]
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