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It is helpful to you and your child’s teacher if you come to your child’s parent/teacher conference prepared. Here is a list of questions to help you get the information you need to understand your child’s teacher, your child in the context of their class, and this

Writing can be a frustrating business. Unlike Math and Science there are often no clear rules to follow, no steps to take to get to the right answer. Yet writing remains an important life skill, even in today’s technologically advanced society. Sending emails, creating presentations, writing applications

The flu season is still here, unfortunately.  Which means we have sick kiddos staying home from school.  It can be tough on a child to go back to school after an illness, especially when their immune system is down and they feel weak and tired.  Trying to

Kinesthetic Learners often need to move around.  They are very hands on, learn by touch and enjoy physical activity.  When they speak they are very animated and use their hands to express themselves.  They like to try new things and are athletic, coordinated, and agile and excel

Brock’s Academy has a new site open in Woodinville!  We are pleased to now offer onsite one-on-one tutoring and classes, in addition to our in-home services.  We continue to provide in-home services throughout the Puget Sound region as well.  Brock’s Academy offers premium one-on-one tutoring and private

It’s hard to believe but summer is only a little more than three months away!  If your child struggled in a class and needs to retake a course to fulfill credits or raise their GPA, summer is the perfect time.  Brock’s Academy offers single class options for

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) students, formerly called Asperger’s, are often the most challenging for teachers.  ASD students commonly have above average intellect and are high functioning.  It can be difficult at first, to tell the child even has a disability.  These children typically lack in social skills

The adolescent brain is continually evolving, making new connections and will continue to do so until the child reaches their early 20’s. Teenagers are often moody, show lack of judgment and can be unreasonable, especially during stressful times. Their unpredictable behavior can be hard for parents to

The second quarter of the school year is half over, but there is still time to help your child raise their GPA!  Mid-terms are coming up soon and teachers are busy collecting assignments, any missing work and assessing each student’s progress.  Now is a good time to