by Fick Education | Nov 6, 2016 | brain, chester county, education, exton, malvern, paoli, west chester
It is known that the first years of everyone’s life is the most important time for everything, specifically with the growth of the brain and body. The brain goes hand in hand with children’s overall growth, which is why the brain and it’s development is so important....
by Fick Education | Oct 19, 2016 | academics, back to school, chester county, education, success, west chester
Specially Designed Instruction (SDIs) is a section of an IEP and 504 plan. An SDI is specifically made for the student’s and his or her particular needs. This part of an IEP is very important, as it is made up of the accommodations and modifications the student will...
by Fick Education | Oct 13, 2016 | academics, back to school, chester county, education, educational advocacy, exton, IEP, malvern, paoli, success, west chester
There is so much to know about IEPs. Individualized Education Programs are made specifically for the student receiving it. No two IEPs are the same. Here are some important things to know about IEPs and how to prepare for an IEP meetings: IEPs are put in place to help...
by Fick Education | Oct 3, 2016 | academics, back to school, chester county, confidence, education, executive functioning, exton, malvern, paoli, study skills, success, west chester
A child’s executive function and study skills are so important. Executive function is a set of skills that assist you in getting tasks done. It involves mental control and self regulation. It is controlling your attention to work on something specific and getting it...
by Fick Education | Sep 20, 2016 | academics, back to school, chester county, education, educational advocacy, exton, malvern, paoli, west chester
As a parent, you know your child inside and out. You also know what they need. If something does not seem right or you think your child needs more, it is important to know how to advocate for them. Here are some tips on how to be the best advocate for your child. Make...
by Fick Education | Sep 13, 2016 | academics, anxiety, back to school, chester county, confidence, education, exton, malvern, paoli, positivity, self esteem, success, tutoring, west chester
The key to being a happy and successful student is academic confidence. There are many reasons why building confidence is so important. Here are three main reasons: Confidence affects educational goals. Lack of confidence often leads to students thinking “Why try when...
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