Help for Struggling Readers

Reading is the key that unlocks all learning and reading well is essential for progression through school.  After all – how can your child even take tests without being able to read and comprehend the instructions?  We understand it is difficult to watch your child struggle to learn and we

Dyslexia Early Detection? Wilson Tutors at FES Can Help!

A recent wave in the education arena has been early detection for dyslexia and the ensuing need for qualified educators to aid those struggling with dyslexia. In the past, some hesitated to use the term dyslexia when addressing individual student’s needs. However, recent years have shown a significant increase in

SUMMER CAMP SERIES 1: Tips for Avoiding the “Summer Slide”

We’ve likely all heard the phrase “the summer slide”: that phenomenon where kids tend to forget by September what they knew in May! Research has shown some startling statistics regarding declining reading and math skills over the summer months: When kids don’t read, they show a 25% loss of reading

All I Really Need to Know I Learned In… Study Skills?

I’m sure most of us have heard of Robert Fulghum’s book All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. If we haven’t read the book, we’ve likely seen some of the various spinoffs: all I need to know I learned from a teacher; all I need to know

My Child Does Not Want To Read

Why your child does not want to read and what to do to help.
Cris Fick, Advocate and Owner

Fick Educational Services is devoted to the educational needs of the children through individualized learning plans, tutoring and advocacy.

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