More people are applying to college than ever before. For students this means that the competition is steep and the acceptance rates are naturally dropping. In 2018, over 1.5 million applications were submitted on CommonApp. According to the National Association for College Admission Counseling, the average acceptance rate for college is 66.1%. This is much better than the Ivy League 5-10%, … [Read more...]
National Summer Learning Week 2019
Local author, artist and designer visits with RITES Summer Program to share creative process The RITES Summer Program is excited to share that we had a special guest visit our summer program students today, as part of our celebration of National Summer Learning Week! Amy Leidtke is a local artist, designer and educator who collaborated to write a new book about Leonardo da Vinci and his … [Read more...]
Sir, That’s My Emotional Support Fidget Spinner
Tips and Strategies to Help Your ADD or ADHD Child It can feel like losing battle sometimes, getting your child to focus on their homework or to study for a test. The important thing to remember is that ADD and ADHD can be manageable, especially when your child is getting support both at home and in the classroom. Here are just two things that parents and teachers can do to help students perform … [Read more...]
Strategies to Strengthen Writing Skills
Writing is a great way for children to develop strong communication skills, but it can be a daunting task. Many adults find a blank page intimidating, so it’s no surprise that the same is true of children, especially those who could use a boost to strengthen writing skills. Use the following tips to help your children overcome their fear of writing to develop strong writing skills. Learn New … [Read more...]
Study Skills for Lifelong Success
Difficulty with Studying and Organizing? Students who have not developed necessary study skills are at a disadvantage in the classroom and as future employees. Developing effective study skills is essential to becoming an independent learner, who can function well in both academic and workplace settings. Today's jam-packed school curricula don't teach study and organizational skills. Thus, … [Read more...]
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