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Organization Skills for Students: 7 Practical Tips
Finding a balance between working hard, participating in recreational activities, and organization can be hard! The success of students has been proven to be correlated with their organizational skills. This article outlines 7 methods to staying organized inside and outside of school. Organizing documents and handouts in designated subject, topic, or task folders will help […]
College Students: You Simply Must Do an Internship (Better Yet: Multiple Internships)
Your college years are some of the most important years of your life. Not only is it a time where you’re learning about yourself and the world around you, but this time period will help prepare you for the real world. The best way to be successful in life after college is to get experience […]
6 Nutrition Tips for Teens
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be hard! Check out these healthy eating tips for teens (adapted from this article by the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center): Eat breakfast. Pick something with fruits, veggies, whole grains, and protein. Avoid skipping meals. Your body needs nutrients throughout the day (especially lunch!) Cut back on sugary drinks. Try […]
Prioritizing: A Critical Executive Function
Neurologist and teacher Judy Willis explains the importance of prioritizing in her article “Prioritizing: A Critical Executive Function.” She recommends that children aged 10-12 years old focus on learning how to prioritize and delegate tasks. During this time period, the brain has more neuroplasticity, which means the brain’s circuits are developing and changing rapidly, as […]