Improving Use of Working Memory

NYC Schools

Working memory, often described as the brain’s “mental workspace,” plays a crucial role in various cognitive tasks, including writing, problem-solving, and reading comprehension. Understanding the concept of working memory and learning how to optimize its efficiency can significantly enhance students’ academic performance and overall cognitive functioning. In this article, we delve into the importance of working memory and explore effective strategies for harnessing its potential in everyday tasks.

Improving Flexible Thinking

Flexible thinking enables individuals to adapt to new situations, consider multiple perspectives, and navigate challenges with resilience and creativity. Integrated executive functioning (EF) coaching offers a comprehensive approach to fostering flexible thinking skills, empowering students to overcome cognitive rigidity and embrace new ways of thinking, working, and problem-solving.

Improving Focus

In the quest for improved productivity and academic success, the ability to maintain focus is paramount. But building focus isn’t just about creating an optimal external environment; it also involves developing internal cognitive skills.

Building Executive Functioning with Routines

In the realm of cognitive development and learning, executive functioning plays a pivotal role in shaping one’s ability to manage tasks, solve problems, and regulate behavior effectively. Recognizing the significance of executive function skills in both academic and real-world settings, educators and coaches have devised integrated coaching routines aimed at enhancing these cognitive processes.

EP #56 – An Impactful Way of Experiencing the College Admissions Process with Anabel Graff and Avram Schlesinger

“Write the essay, and get in!” are sentiments often emphasized during the college admissions process. Anabel and Avram challenge the conventional outcome-only approach, proposing that achieving best-fit college acceptance doesn’t have to sacrifice a student’s holistic development. Through their expertise, they explore impactful ways to teach personal narrative writing and to experience college counseling.

EP #55 – Does My Child Understand Me? Can I Understand My Child?

understand my child, speech and language development

Join Mary Miele as she interviews a panel of expert speech and language pathologists to learn ways to monitor and support a student’s speech and language development. Information about assessments and practical tips are offered by this esteemed group of therapists.

What Programs are there for Middle Schools in NYC?

Middle Schools in NYC

Public, private, charter, specialized, junior boarding, G&T, homeschool, and more…are just some of the middle schools in NYC. Read to learn more about the array of options for Middle Schools In NYC.

What Programs are there for Kindergarten in NYC?

Kindergarten Programs in NYC

It’s essential to understand the various types of kindergarten programs available to make an informed decision for your child’s early education. In this blog, we’ll explore the different types of kindergarten programs in the city that never sleeps.

A Framework to Find Out If A School Offers The Support Your Child Needs

As a parent, you want the best for your child’s education, especially when they have unique needs such as ADHD, writing challenges, anxiety, reading and comprehension difficulties, giftedness, occupational therapy (OT) challenges, separation anxiety, or language-based learning disabilities. You may find yourself asking questions like, “How does this school support my child?” or “What can this school do for my child’s specific needs?” In response to these important questions, I have developed a framework to guide you in understanding and advocating for your child’s educational support.

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