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LEARNING, WRITING, and EDUCATIONAL EQUITY
Ideas, tools, and reflections for students, educators, and anyone reimagining what school can be.
What to Do When Your Student Hits a Wall
Homeschool and public school students can get burnt out quickly. They may struggle in a subject, with time management, or specific skills. Getting them help is the best thing you can do for them as a parent.
The One Writing Skill Every High Schooler Needs
Elevated analysis requires cleearly articulated reasoning. Here’s how to strengthen your writing and ensure you aren’t just summarizing, but explaining the reasoning behind meaning in literature.
How to tell if your student is ready for advanced literature
Deciding when to have your homeschooler take advanced literature can be a challenge! Here’s some signs to look for and things to consider.
Haunting Stories for English Class: Literature that Lingers
Giving students stories that deeply provoke questions about humanity is a rite of passage in English class. This list of stories will bring up rich discussion and leave students with stories that will linger in their memories long after English class ends.
How I created my AP Literature reading list
Whole-class novel studies are one of the few truly communal experiences in a classroom. There’s something special about reading a book together—watching students engage with the text, build discussion skills, and (sometimes) even start to enjoy reading. But keeping 25+ students engaged every single period? That’s the tricky part.
3 Engaging Ways to Study a Novel as a Class
Whole-class novel studies are one of the few truly communal experiences in a classroom. There’s something special about reading a book together—watching students engage with the text, build discussion skills, and (sometimes) even start to enjoy reading. But keeping 25+ students engaged every single period? That’s the tricky part.
Why You Should Work with an Academic Advisor
Struggling with college essays, research papers, or your dissertation? An academic advisor can help you stay on track, build confidence, and submit work that truly reflects your abilities—without the stress of navigating it alone. In this post, we’ll explore how academic coaching provides personalized support, clear guidance, and expert feedback to help you succeed. Whether you're applying to college or tackling post-grad writing, having an experienced mentor by your side makes all the difference. Ready to learn more? Let’s dive in!