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Futures Blog

Our Blog

At Futures Academy, we are constantly researching and sharing relevant topics that affect our students and families. We also have guest bloggers sharing their research and best practices. Read our blogs to learn more! 

Aug
13


Easy Back to School Tips

Find the joy in smaller classes, individualized attention, guided study and a supportive atmosphere. When an instructor tailors a teaching method to a student’s unique needs, learning success increases exponentially.

Aug
2


Transitioning to Middle School Doesn't Have to Be Traumatic

There are schools that recognize the importance of offering support to students during this tough transition – at the very time they need it most.

Jul
18


Finding the Right School for Students with ADD/ADHD

Whether academic struggles have existed for a long time or are just beginning to show, you want to be sure your child is able to get the best possible education.

Jul
9


Changing Your Lens: How Optimism Influences Your Reality

Our campuses provide a variety of workshops & opportunities for students to develop the habits proven to increase happiness.

Jun
14


The Overwhelming Benefits of Summer School

With a myriad of benefits and opportunities for personal and academic growth, enrolling in Futures Academy Summer School is an easy choice.

Jun
10


How to Keep Your Child Safe in the Digital Age

Parental involvement is very important for kids and teens that own electronics. Here are five ways to help your child stay safe on the Internet.

May
30


Helping Students Reach Their Full Potential Through Targeted Learning

Parents have begun to realize the impact of classroom overcrowding and have decided to search for alternate options.

May
13


Why More Learners Prefer Alternative Schools Over Traditional Schools

Many past students of alternative schooling have credited the approach as a significant turning point in their lives.

May
7


Avoid Summer Learning Loss in Middle School and High School

Research has shown that long summer breaks are not the best for student learning outcomes.

Apr
25


Help Your Child Excel in School

Helping your child succeed doesn't have to take all of your time and energy. By refocusing and looking for new opportunities you can watch him or her learn, grow, and excel.

Apr
12


Rest Essential For Student Success

Teenage sleep deficit statistics might not seem all that shocking to you if you've seen your teen nod off at the table while studying.

Mar
4


5 Ways to Help Your Child Develop a New Mindset

How we go about pursuing our goals is what makes them unattainable, and not necessarily the goals themselves.

Feb
27


Benefits of Mentors for Teens

Mentors can share their worldviews, experiences, knowledge, support and advice, as well as provide a positive influence for teens.

Feb
19


Multiple Benefits of Attending Summer School

Summer learning loss contributes to higher dropout rates and fewer students heading off to college after graduation.

Jan
4


Creating a Culture of Happiness for Student Success

A study led by Christina Hinton, Ed.D., a Harvard Graduate School of Education lecturer concludes that happier students get better grades and do better in school.

Dec
19

Holiday Stress Blog

Three Ways to Cope with School & Holiday Stress

This time of year, we encourage families to look for signs of stress in their teens and to explore healthy solutions that could likely reduce it.

Jul
25

Growth Mindset Blog

7 Strategies for Fostering a Growth Mindset in Your Child

Whether a child has a fixed mindset or a growth mindset can have a significant impact on their emotional well-being throughout their academic career.

Jul
12

Growth Mindset Fall blog

Got Growth Mindset? Don’t start the new school year without it

Research has proven that students who are praised for effort outperform students who are told they are smart. How we talk to our children is incredibly important.

May
17

Independent child blog

Give your child wings to fly: How parents can help develop strong, independent children

To raise independent children our job as parents is to provide them with the opportunity and means to pursue their goals.

May
4

College Entrance Blog

Accommodations for College Entrance Exams: What Parents Need to Know

If your child has a disability that affects their learning, the stress of these impending exams can feel especially overwhelming.