2020-04-06 19:11
Supporting students through Virtual Tutoring
The sudden changes that have uprooted our lives over the past three weeks present many challenges. Parents are faced with the task of work… Read More
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The Family & Learning Center provides a unique type of tutoring called Educational Coaching. Our blog offers free study and homework tips for your child.
2020-02-13 23:20
The Family & Learning Center – Celebrating 30 Years in 2020
A Year of Milestones
2020 is a year of celebration for The Family & Learning Center! This year marks 30 yea… Read More
2020-01-17 20:31
The first semester is coming to a close. As many students begin finals prep, here are some trusted tips to help students finish their semester off strong.
Make a plan – It is importan… Read More
2019-12-20 17:25
With the holidays just days away, it is time to put your Winter Break family survival plan in place!
The holiday season can be one filled with joy and happiness but can also be a time of st… Read More
2019-11-14 20:21
In his recent blog post, “Where There’s Smoke…” Dr. Selznick shares a story that is all too familiar to our learning center.
Our staff frequently meets with parents… Read More
2019-10-16 16:26
When it comes to students preparing for college applications, higher scores on the ACT and SAT usually mean a greater chance of being accepted into a college or university. Although there a… Read More
2019-10-03 20:51
The Family & Learning Center would like to share an upcoming event with you. Save the date for the International Dyslexia Association SD Annual Conference with keynote speaker Maryanne… Read More
2019-09-05 18:44
The beginning of the school year is a time for setting expectations and creating habits. Students who establish strong routines now benefit throughout the rest of the year, and this all sta… Read More
2019-07-31 19:30
We hope that you and your family are having a fun-filled summer!
With the school year quickly approaching, we are now accepting scheduling requests for the academic year Educational Coachin… Read More
2019-07-11 20:11
Our knowledge of words shapes our connections with our environments. The limits of our vocabulary define the limits of our communication by changing what we can understand and what we can ex… Read More
2019-06-27 22:21
Although summer can be a great time to take a break from the daily grind of the school year, it is still important to maintain a routine at home. In their blog post “How Not To Go Cra… Read More
2019-05-15 23:31
The end of the school year is filled with tests. Replacing ineffective study methods with effective ones can go a long way towards successful results, but sometimes it’s not quite eno… Read More
2019-05-01 20:51
Persistence, stamina, perseverance, grit.
In the final months of the school year, students need this drive to keep trying when confronted with challenges, failure, and exhaustion. It&rsquo&helli…Read More
2019-04-17 23:16
It’s that time of year when we suddenly have those sunny evenings that quickly lead into summer! Summer is an ideal time for supporting kids’ individual interests and needs, but… Read More
2019-04-03 16:26
With summer just around the corner, The Family & Learning Center is once again preparing for our annual Summer Educational Development Program. During the summer months, intensive train… Read More
2019-03-20 20:43
The Family & Learning Center would like to share an upcoming event with you. Save the date for an upcoming conference about Assistive Technology Tools For Dyslexia.
When: Saturday… Read More
2019-03-13 20:57
Technology shapes our life experiences on a daily basis. When it comes to schoolwork, students today often access material through digital methods rather than print. The easy task-switching… Read More
2019-02-21 21:46
Critical thinking strategies are some of the tools we teach students here at TFALC to improve executive function skills. These strategies help with problem-solving, organization, and self-r… Read More
2019-02-07 00:18
Every brain is unique. Some brains absorb math facts easily and can recall them at a dizzying speed, but other brains take longer to learn math facts and might start creating a label&hellip&helli…Read More
2019-01-22 22:22
The Family & Learning Center would like to share an upcoming event with you.
The International Dyslexia Association – San Diego presents: Carolyn Cowen & Eye to Eye Diplomats… Read More
2018-12-11 21:42
“And the Grinch, with his Grinch-feet ice cold in the snow, stood puzzling and puzzling, how could it be so? It came without ribbons. It came without tags. It came without packages, b… Read More
2018-11-20 21:12
With an early Thanksgiving just around the corner and holiday music already playing on the radio, it feels like the next few weeks are about to fly by in a whirlwind of vacation days, pumpk… Read More
2018-11-08 20:11
None of us enjoy failing. We put a lot of energy into looking and feeling successful every day, and our moments of success motivate us to keep working hard. At the same time, it is impossibl… Read More
2018-10-24 18:32
What is Educational Coaching all about?
It’s about teaching our students how to learn so they can be successful. The skills and strategies we teach make it easier for students to under… Read More
2018-10-09 19:51
It’s that time of year when many of us enjoy a good scare. We visit haunted houses, dress in creepy costumes, and watch scary movies.
What makes something scary?
From the Stranger Thi… Read More
2018-09-25 16:21
At The Family & Learning Center, we are privileged to work with amazing students and their families. They trust us to make a difference in their learning and education.
Educational Coach… Read More
2018-09-05 16:07
The brain is complex and powerful, but it doesn’t always work the way we want it to. Sometimes we forget things or find it difficult to remember certain details or concepts. Try using… Read More
2018-07-24 20:36
It’s almost time for that final bell to ring that will free you from your desk. The last thing you’re thinking about is the purpose of the lecture. That pesky seconds hand on th… Read More
2018-07-03 20:14
Just because something was written a long time ago doesn’t mean it’s going to be boring or irrelevant. However, there are some books out there that are a little more difficult t… Read More
2018-05-02 20:33
How do you study? That’s an important question that we should all think about. It doesn’t matter if you’re learning something in a classroom setting or at the office. The… Read More
2018-04-02 22:42
Bonnie Weiss, our Owner/Director, was recently featured in SD Voyager Magazine’s “Inspiring Stories” series.
Bonnie Weiss Interview
In her interview Bonnie shares her story… Read More
2018-03-15 15:46
If you feel down and out after a game that you lost or a test that you failed, think about growth mindset. Growth mindset is the belief that you can improve through putting in the time and e… Read More
2018-02-28 16:49
Procrastination is a part of human nature. Everyone procrastinates every now and then. Living in a world booming with technology makes procrastination even more common than ever before. It&r&hell…Read More
2018-02-15 19:49
Just like learning about how a tool works helps you use it better, learning about how your brain works can help you learn more efficiently. There are two modes of thinking that are essential… Read More
2018-01-23 16:49
The critical thinking strategy of paying attention to details is essential for just about anything that you do, and that includes watching movies!
The way a film is lit, the angles used, the… Read More
2018-01-09 17:32
It’s the beginning of a new year once again, which is the perfect time for setting goals. The whole year is ahead of you, so setting yourself up to accomplish your goals now is importa… Read More
2017-12-07 22:50
Reading literature is very beneficial to understanding the human condition and seeing how we’re all relative in one way or another. Whether you’re reading William Shakespeare, Ra… Read More
2017-11-28 21:29
Many students put too much emphasis on getting good grades; however, grades aren’t everything. What you learn from the lessons taught in class that are applicable to your life is just… Read More
2017-09-25 21:11
Executive Function Skills and Critical Thinking Strategies aren’t just used for academic purposes. They can be used for many other activities, like football, board games, cleaning your… Read More
2016-04-28 07:12
OPEN HOUSE ~ Tuesday, May 17 ~ 5pm-8pm
7744 Fay Avenue, Suite 202
Join us May 17 for food, drinks, and plenty of information about our learning center.
We’ll even be giving a… Read More
2016-04-15 02:25
Critical thinking strategies are much more fun to use when they’re introduced in an entertaining way. And what can be more fun than magic?
Watch as Coach Mike demonstrates how… Read More
2016-03-23 23:34
Happy Spring! Have you recovered from the time change?
If it’s been tough to get yourself or your kids out of bed post-Daylight Savings, there might be an app for that.
On Monday… Read More
2016-03-21 15:33
Over the years, our Educational Coaches have come up with helpful learning tools to conquer basic math, take good math notes, study and prepare for tests, and even keep track of all the… Read More
2016-03-16 17:20
We recently shared a post containing some math tools to help students with note-taking, order of operations, solving word problems, and working with integers.
Today, we are sharing some idea… Read More
2016-03-10 03:20
There are two types of math people in this world.
1. Those who are good at math. The ones who “get” math. The ones who tried to help me understand parabolas and differentials.
2… Read More
2016-03-10 03:20
There are two types of math people in this world.
1. Those who are good at math. The ones who “get” math. The ones who tried to help me understand parabolas and differentials.
2… Read More
2016-02-26 01:30
In this post, a special guest presents three reading tips to help with:
Reading fluency
Organization of ideas
Comprehension
Meet our guest, Chewbacca!
(Video by Mike Bit… Read More
2016-02-18 22:36
Coaches are found in a variety of fields, including sports, business, fitness, finance, and education.
An educational coach provides one-on-one support to students, but so does a tutor… Read More
2016-02-10 18:20
Finding the theme in a reading passage or book can be tricky.
A theme is presented indirectly which means we must make an inference based on the information we’re presented with t… Read More
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