Test Preparation and Study Skills: Get Better Grades and Scores Without test preparation techniques, even very smart students' grades may suffer. With proven methodologies, RITES has helped thousands of students get better grades and test scores, either via individualized tutoring and/or study skills classes / workshops. See options below and let us know how RITES can best help your … [Read more...]
Study Skills and Test Preparation Success Strategies From RITES
RITES' Proven Study Skills Methodologies Lead to Better Grades and Improved Test Scores Even if a student is naturally very smart, his or her grades may suffer due to a lack of strong study skills and adequate test preparation. For example, think of the human brain as a muscle that must be properly strengthened and developed, or it can grow weak from lack of exercise. See options below and let us … [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...]
RITES Academic Summer Programs: Can Your Child Afford to Miss Out?
ASK YOURSELF, IS YOUR CHILD ... Struggling with READING, not comprehending as s/he could, or reluctant to read? Having trouble WRITING ideas down, starting assignments, or organizing thoughts on paper? Not quickly grasping MATH concepts, haphazardly approaching math problems or taking a long time to complete steps? Disorganized, unsure what and how to STUDY for tests, or spending … [Read more...]
A Closer Look at an Art Based Multisensory Writing Unit
Inspired by the stunning work of British artist, Andy Goldsworthy, RITES expert teacher, Karen Seal, has created an engaging multisensory writing unit that is part of the "Power Up: Writing and Math" Summer Program for 4th and 5th graders. What is the multisensory approach and why is it incorporated into RITES programs? Through the multisensory approach, students are taught new skills using … [Read more...]