Academy for Mathematics & English, Dufferin Corners

10/28/2023

Proud to share another Student of the Month, selected from candidates across the country!

08/28/2023

Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids: Actionable Insights According To A Neuroscientist! 🧠✨

✅Empower, Don't Label: Avoid calling them "bad." Instead, help them navigate their feelings.
✅Listen Actively: Never dismiss their emotions. Take a pause, breathe, and reconnect.
✅Validate Their Feelings: Don't minimize their experiences. Show empathy and offer support.
✅Embrace Emotions: Understand the importance of crying. Offer comfort or a distraction.
✅Educate, Don't Dictate: Avoid the "Because I said so" trap. Turn moments into teaching opportunities.

🔗📖Dive deeper into these neuroscience-backed parenting tips by Caroline Leaf:

The key to raising smart and mentally strong kids all comes down to communication, says neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf. The mother of four shares the phrases she never says to her kids.

08/14/2023

🚀Unlock your child's potential without a 'gifted program.' Here are three strategies:
✅1) Provide meaningful praise focusing on their process, not just outcomes.
✅2) Personalize their learning with the right homework help and free online resources.
✅3) Set achievable challenges to build their confidence.

Learn more about these tactics here:
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/30/education-expert-how-parents-mimic-gifted-programs-at-home.html

Gifted programs can help high-achieving students succeed. Here's how to reap those same benefits at home, says educational research scientist Scott J. Peters.

08/04/2023

We are proud to share another recent Student of the Month honoree, Vincent! Congratulations on ACING your literacy test!

08/03/2023

We are proud to share another recent Student of the Month honoree, Kayden! What an outstanding way to end the Spring semester!

08/02/2023

We are proud to share another recent Student of the Month honoree, Jayden! Congratulations on your impressive improvement!

07/31/2023

✅Discover the secret to raising successful kids: 'Respectful Parenting.' This approach balances setting clear expectations with honoring your child's individuality and choices. It's about providing structure, offering support, and fostering warmth.

Dive into the details here: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/07/i-talked-to-70-parents-who-raised-highly-successful-kids-the-surprising-parenting-style-they-used.html "

Parenting expert and author Margot Bisnow, who is a mother to two entrepreneurial sons, interviewed 70 families about how to raise happy, resilient and successful kids. Here's the surprising parenting style they all used.

07/25/2023

Words matter, especially when it comes to parenting! 🗣️ Here are the 4 'positive' phrases parenting expert Erika Katz recommends using to foster empathy, kindness, and resilience in your children.

✅When children start but don't finish chores: "You did such a great job [completing one task]. Why don't we also ... ?"
✅When children show aggressive behavior: "I know you're upset, but you may not [hit, bite, kick, etc.]"
✅When children struggle with homework: "You did [this other assignment] really well. I know you can do another one."
✅When parents mishandle children's emotions: "I apologize. I wasn't being sensitive to you."

Transform your parenting approach today. Learn more here:

Positive parenting can help your kids grow into highly successful adults, says expert Erika Katz. Here are four phrases she recommends you use.

07/22/2023

Want to raise successful kids? Start with optimism! 🌟 Show your kids that challenges are obstacles to overcome, not reasons to give up. Discuss positive things at dinner, share good news, and engage in acts of service as a family. Remember, optimism can be learned and taught. Discover more insights here: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/30/parenting-expert-michele-borba-optimism-helps-kids-succeed.html

Most Americans worry their kids’ lives will be worse than their own. Here's why that attitude could be damaging for kids, says parenting expert Michele Borba.

07/20/2023

Excited to share another Student of the Month, selected from candidates across the country! Congratulations, Kurtis! Keep up the impressive work!

07/01/2023

We're so proud to congratulate Garyn on her exceptional performance - and to share her Mom's generous remarks:

"I wanted to share with you Garyn’s wonderful accomplishment in winning the Math award tonight at her graduation!! Thank you for your contribution in this - with 100% confidence I know tutoring with you helped her get here.

Thank you, and I'm looking forward to her returning in September. "