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Newton Parent Testimonial

"I cannot say enough good things about Y3K. The owner has tutored both my son and daughter through elementary and middle school.  His skill, warmth and flexibility have enabled both of my children to address their challenges and achieve their goals. He is engaging and knowledgeable across subjects, and is also able to teach study habits and organization skills, even when there is resistance!  :)   He is a complete professional, and willing to go above and beyond the call of duty to attend school meetings as an articulate advocate. He has had a truly significant influence on my children's academic success and self esteem, and has been a great resource for me as a single parent. His dedication, humor, and abilities as a teacher make him not only an extremely gifted tutor, but also an excellent mentor and role model for my young teens. I give Y3K my highest recommendation!"

-J. C.

(Newton, MA)

The Rivers School of Weston Parent Testimonial

"My son made high honors for the first time!  He has been at the Rivers School for over 3 years and in the Weston Public Schools before that.  During his entire schooling he always struggled.  He battles with executive function which has held him down since he started school.  Before we met you, he was turning in around half of his homework assignments and many of them late. Now all of the homework is handed in on time and receiving full credit.  You taught him organization and study skills that helped him cope with his executive function.  My son earned high honors at Rivers in just a matter of 3 months time.  We are thrilled!  Thanks Y3K Tutor In Your Home."

-P.

(Weston, MA)

D. H. from Weston, MA asks, “What is executive function?”

 

This is a common question that we get asked a lot.  As a child’s brain matures, they are able to perform higher level tasks. These high level tasks are referred to as executive function. Think of executive function as the role of a Chief Executive Officer in a company. She or he must analyze what the company needs to have done, develop a plan, identify the order these tasks must be done, make mid-course corrections as needed, and complete the job by the deadline. Someone with executive function problems may have difficulty doing any of the following:

1. Analyze a task
2. Plan how to address the task
3. Organize the steps needed to carry out the task
4. Develop timelines for completing the task
5. Adjust or shift these plans as needed
6. Compete the task in a timely way

Executive function issues in school can be devastating.  If your child starts long term assignments at the last minute, loses papers, has loose papers everywhere, forgets to do homework, forgets to hand in completed homework, has difficulty with math word problems, has trouble starting and organizing English writing assignments, or studies for tests at the last minute then there may be executive function issues. 

 

Y3K Tutor In Your Home helps many students with executive function learn how to become successful and attain high grades.  Contact us if we can be of any assistance.

 

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To make new information stick (vocabulary, facts & etc), try spacing out study sessions over several weeks.  Research on what is know as the “spacing effect” shows that we form stronger and more lasting memories by exposing ourselves to information over time.  Repeated cycles of learning, consolidating, and then re-encountering material fix it firmly in our minds.  Avoid last minute cramming if you can help it.

Needham Parent Testimonial

"Y3K Tutor In Your Home really made a difference. The quality sets it apart from other programs. The founder is phenomenal as he went above and beyond to help my kids to achieve their goals. We had the founder of the company and I believe he helped my kids immensely. Both in development as students and as people. He embodies many admirable qualities in particular his selflessness and devotion. To have him as a friend and mentor is rewarding. I highly recommend this tutor and organization."

 

-Donald B.

(Needham, MA)

Students study best through repetition.

Studying works best when a student reviews small chunks at a time. It can be overwhelming to try to memorize the whole thing at once.

The best study skill is to not wait until the last minute to begin studying. The more time a student has to prepare, the easier they can retain the material.

There are a lot of great educational apps for your phone. There is help with homework, organization, SAT and studying. These tools can help students school work improve.