Organization may not be the most exciting part of college life, but it plays a critical role in student success. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many high schools have adopted virtual tools and platforms, better preparing students for the online components…
The summer before college is the perfect time for students to build time management and planning skills that will serve them well on campus. Summers can be busy. Students are often juggling part-time (or full time!) jobs, family commitments, and…
What does “High School Mode” mean? We often use this phrase to describe how some students operate and succeed in high school. They have a test in AP U.S. History? They study the night before. A paper due on Monday?…
The move from high school to college is a major life transition for any student, but for neurodivergent students—those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, or other neurological differences—it often presents an extra layer of complexity that’s not always visible or acknowledged.…
What is one of the most common writing mistakes that State Street coaches see students make? Thinking that they can sit down and knock out a good essay in one sitting. What do coaches say to dissuade students of this…
An integral part of the study cycle for effective learning is active retrieval. This means that students are manipulating the newly learned material, often called active recall. Why is active recall so important? It helps move information from our short…
Flashcards have long been a go-to study method for students of all ages, and for good reason. Whether you’re preparing for an exam, learning a new language, or trying to master complex concepts, flashcards offer a highly efficient and versatile…
For many students, getting started on a given task is the single hardest part of getting school work done. Supporting students who struggle with task initiation isn’t as simple as saying, “Just sit down and do it!” Students might feel…
Imagine your student has the whole afternoon to get homework done and studying for an upcoming exam, yet they struggle to initiate work and sustain attention. The hours pass and they have made little progress. Limited time isn’t the issue…
For many students, studying effectively is not intuitive. Students can repeat the same strategies with little impact on understanding or on their grades. This can understandably lead to frustration and burn out. State Street Coaches help students understand what it…