Organization is straightforward in concept but often challenging to maintain in practice. For college students, the importance of staying organized becomes especially clear at the end of the semester. As finals approach, students need quick access to documents, notes, and…
Procrastination can be the downfall of many college students. Developing self-control and the ability to initiate tasks is a vital skill for success. Without it, students will struggle to get through college. But how can they improve? The first step…
Does My Student Need a Tutor or an Executive Function Coach? Navigating the academic journey of college can be both exciting and daunting for students, and as parents, you want to ensure they have the support they need to succeed.…
To succeed in college, the ability to focus and concentrate is not just a desirable trait; it’s a necessity. College life bombards students with distractions, from social events to digital notifications, making it increasingly challenging to maintain sustained attention. However,…
Many college students kick off the second semester with vigor, diligently managing their workload, and planning ahead. However, as the weeks progress, maintaining this momentum becomes a challenge. To ensure a consistent level of performance throughout the entire semester, students…
Studying can feel isolating. This is a major reason students may put it off until the last minute. For students looking to strengthen their study habits and find an alternative to staring at a computer screen for hours in a…
A common refrain of State Street coaches is “You have to write stuff down!” It is impossible to keep all of the moving parts of a college schedule in your head. Below you will find our list of the top…
How to Talk to Your Professors Professors can be intimidating. We get it. But learning how to talk to your professors can put you in a position to do well in challenging classes, be memorable to professors whose recommendations could…
Maybe you love writing but aren’t immune to the stress created by the page requirement for a challenging course’s final essay. Maybe writing has always felt like a struggle but you know you need to produce strong work to get…
Executive function support isn’t the only benefit of Academic Coaching. One valuable component of the work our coaches do with students is relationship building. When parents contact us about Academic Coaching, often, they are seeking help because school is creating…