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Differentiated vs. Individualized Instruction
July 14, 2021 Teaching is an art form that can be both complex and highly rewarding. While students differ in a myriad of ways from their strengths, backgrounds, needs, and interests, when teachers meet them at their skill level, it not only builds confidence but also invigorates teachers. Many teachers “teach to the middle” which…
Read MorePreschool Nutrition: Supporting Healthy Bodies and Minds
July 1, 2021 Is your preschooler in the habit of only wanting to eat certain foods? As parents, we worry whether our children are eating enough of the right foods to properly nourish their growing bodies and minds. We worry whether we are limiting enough of those not-so-healthy food choices. It can be difficult to…
Read MoreLooking Ahead and Moving Forward
June 17, 2021 As we close the book on the 2020-21 school year, parents across the country are evaluating their child’s academic performance during the past year before deciding on the best path forward. Is their child flourishing? Are they hitting the appropriate academic milestones? There has been growing concern that this “lost year” of…
Read MoreColumbia Academy to Offer School-Age Before and After Care for 2021-2022 School Year
June 10, 2021 Columbia Academy is here to help with your family’s child care needs for your school-aged children. We are pleased to offer before and after care for school-age children during the 2021-2022 school year. Since 1991, Columbia Academy has provided parents with the highest quality child care, providing a safe place for children’s…
Read MoreWill My Elementary or Middle Schooler Benefit From Summer Tutoring?
June 4, 2021 Children often begin tutoring during the school year when grades are slipping and there is a gap in knowledge. It can be a balancing act for children to acquire new skills and sharpen knowledge of existing concepts and skills while also juggling extracurriculars and other family obligations during the school year. During…
Read MorePreparing Your Child For Preschool
June 1, 2021 Preschool is a big step in a child’s life! Whether they are starting with a half day program or jumping right into a full-day program, here are a few ways you can help your child prepare this summer for the transition to preschool. 1. Visit the School—It is crucial for children to…
Read MoreHow to Recognize and Prevent End-of-Year School Burnout
May 25, 2021 What is school burnout? Burnout is academic stress that can affect a student’s ability to keep up with their schoolwork. Burnout can occur at any age when students are stressed and feel like they cannot keep up with their schoolwork or studying. With the end of the school year just around the…
Read MoreThe Power of Kindness
April 13, 2021 As a parent, you want to see your child grow academically, emotionally, and physically. But how do you teach kindness? From the moment our babies reach toddlerhood, it’s important to start teaching them to recognize the needs of others and to have empathy. The lessons they learn at that young age set…
Read More10 Questions To Ask On Your Preschool Tour
If you are exploring school options for your preschool-aged child, you already know that education is a valuable investment in your child’s future. Preschool allows children to experiment, explore, and discover things through everyday play within a community that understands and celebrates their developing minds. While searching for a preschool may bring about a little…
Read MoreColumbia Academy 2021 Summer Camp
March 1, 2021 Welcome, World Explorers! There’s no more exciting place to be than at Columbia Academy’s “The World Around Us” 2021 Summer Camp where all sorts of learning, creativity, and physical activities will take place. Campers explore engaging weekly themes that spark imagination and provide healthy exercise. With the help of our talented and professional…
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