Posts by Andrea Ralston
School Attendance In The COVID Era: What Counts As ‘Present’?
Taking attendance with online learning shouldn’t always mean showing up in a video call. Schools have gotten more flexible, and have been forced to pay closer attention to a students’ progress. If a student is participating, engaging and making academic progress, that counts. https://buff.ly/3j9IIxS NPR.ORG
Read MoreA Looming Financial Meltdown for America’s Schools
The pandemic is negatively affecting schools in many ways. They aren’t just experiencing shortages due to cuts in state spending. They need funding to: feed children and families in hard-hit communities, help millions of students make up for learning time they’ve lost while home, and make sure schools are safe when children do finally return…
Read MoreReducing Test Anxiety – Increasing Test Scores
Dr. B is a senior psychologist and educator specializing in top performance. He is the author of four books on how stress affects performance including: A Teen’s Guide to Success (2014) and Crush Your Test Anxiety (2018). Workshop hosted by Avalon College Advising, presented by Dr. Ben Bernstein. If you weren’t able to join us live…
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