Tag Archives: education

Path to successful learning

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Kate Kresse

As you know, I am a tutor. I am already hounding my students to review, review, review. But this method can help all of us improve learning. When should you start preparing for finals? Map to success Final exams are … Continue reading →

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The power of math can be exponential

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Kate Kresse

When I was in elementary school, my parents made sure that I learned. They knew that all of my subjects were important, certainly. But I have special memories of discussing literature and history over the dinner table. They made sure … Continue reading →

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The latest news: a math movement

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Kate Kresse
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Standardized tests: What REALLY matters

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Kate Kresse

I know that education and achievement matter. I know that students need to learn to be truly literate. They need skills. They need a depth of understanding across a spectrum of subjects. They need that and more. I wanted to … Continue reading →

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A resource for a free SAT/ACT preparation class

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Kate Kresse

My friend Katharine Trauger made me aware of a free SAT/ACT tool/preparation class. You pay a very small student fee, but that’s it. Of course there are other levels of instruction you can purchase, but most of my students will … Continue reading →

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Leaping over obstacles

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Kate Kresse

There are many things I love about being a mom/wife/teacher/tutor/manager/life coach. Now that I think about it, there is definitely a common thread in each of these. For me, that common thread is helping people to overcome obstacles.  After all, … Continue reading →

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Dreams are illustrations – part 2 of 2

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Yesterday I began with this quote, which is appropriate for today’s conclusion as well. “Dreams are illustrations from the book your soul is writing about you”. Marsha Norman. My soul has been writing a metaphorical book for a long time. The … Continue reading →

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Dreams are illustrations – part 1 of 2

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Kate Kresse

“Dreams are illustrations from the book your soul is writing about you”. Marsha Norman. I love this quote. Whether we consider the dreams that happen while we are asleep, or whether we are talking about the dreams that we have … Continue reading →

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David continues his quest

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Monday, David did not pass his test. But he continues his quest. He has to wait a month before he can re-test. That gives him a month to learn more. However, when he took the test on Monday, some amazing … Continue reading →

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You too can be special to the admissions office – yes, you!

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Kate Kresse

I felt compelled to write this today. Many of my students are starting to stress about the whole college admissions process and planning their lives. Many of those who follow this blog may know someone in the same shoes. Could … Continue reading →

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IEP time: ADA backs you up on this

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Parents~   It is spring. That means it is time for IEP (Individual Education Plan) meetings with teachers and administration. Remember, if you have a documented diagnosis for your student, schools are required to prepare an IEP and hold meetings … Continue reading →

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My latest project

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Kate Kresse

I have been working on something for awhile now. I have started another website that is devoted to learning and learning difficulties. Right now i am gathering research related to various forms of dyslexia, and how to help students and … Continue reading →

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Do you procrastinate? I do!

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Kate Kresse

OK—I admit. Sometimes I am like the cobbler’s kids who have no shoes. I procrastinate sometimes. Here is how I teach the students I tutor to overcome their procrastination. Obviously, the same techniques will apply to me. I wanted to … Continue reading →

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Why I became a tutor: Maybe you would like to, too

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Kate Kresse

There are many reasons that teachers and tutors give for teaching. Typical reasons include the joy of seeing students learn. While this is certainly the case for me as well, an even more important reason to me was to help … Continue reading →

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Off We Go, Into the Wild Blue Yonder…

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Kate Kresse

For those of you who have been praying for my dear student Duncan, I got a call from him while I was in the midst of my very first 5K! He had received about a 46 the last time he … Continue reading →

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A Loving Tribute to Sir: My Teacher of a Lifetime

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Kate Kresse

In my previous post  https://believeanyway.wordpress.com/2012/10/14/do-you-repeatedly-make-the-same-discoveries-about-yourself/I wrote about my very cool pen and the consequence of losing it to my teacher. Out of the larger context, his actions sound unselfish and unfair. But this teacher was one for the ages. He … Continue reading →

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Do you ever discover you sold yourself short?

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Kate Kresse

There have been so many times when I try to inspire my students, especially if they are selling themselves short and limiting their possibilities. For instance if they say “I am no good at math” or “I can’t do word … Continue reading →

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The Night We Tore the Goal Posts Down

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Kate Kresse

Do you remember the song Graduation Day (recorded by the Beach Boys among others?)….I love that sweet song. It is nostalgic, and talks of memories we each build as we move from beginning our education to completing it. No matter … Continue reading →

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Ain’t No Mountain High Enough

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Kate Kresse

“Somehow I can’t believe that there are any heights that can’t be scaled by a man who knows the secrets of making dreams come true. This special secret, it seems to me, can be summarized in four Cs. They are … Continue reading →

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To Sir With Love: Favorite Classroom Teachers

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Kate Kresse

With all of the hubub over public employee unions, our education system and whether teachers are overpaid or underpaid something important has been lost. So here is my question to ponder for today: Who were your favorite classroom teachers over … Continue reading →

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