In December of 2019, we posted an article to explain the developing situation between the Texas Education Agency and the Houston Independent School District (HISD)
We have written at length about the power of executive function at school and at home. However, we often focus on how executive function interacts
Most conflict in the classroom or at home ensues because of a failure to follow instructions. Teachers and parents get angry when they give clear
At Staying Ahead of the Game, we firmly believe that habits and systems driven by executive functioning skill research can help any student thrive in
As a high school student, writing is an essential part of your education. Whether you’re working on essays, research papers, or creative writing projects, writing
One of the most challenging components of high school is the transition of social-emotional demands. Students must navigate more complex academic demands, social relationships, and
As we have discussed in our blog and newsletter numerous times, adequate break time is essential to staving off burnout and maintaining a sustainable output
As parents and educators, we answer a host of questions every day. Some are purely factual, for example when students want to know what time
As the school year goes on and the weather gets colder, students spend more and more time indoors. While there are some great things about
One of the most difficult attributes required to be an effective student is learning how to learn. As nebulous as that attribute sounds, it’s not
