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It’s possible to receive accommodations on the SAT & ACT for students with physical or learning differences. However (and this is a super important point for families of these kinds of students):  you need to apply in advance.

Both SAT & ACT have tried to make the process easier, but unfortunately not all families know this is an option.

Listen in as Megan breaks down common issues related to applying for accommodations on standardized testing. Then, for more information, check out an article she wrote on the topic.

Do you ever review your lecture notes after you take them?

Most people don’t… mostly because it seems like a lot of work and they don’t know how.

This simple note taking tip could change your entire ability to learn effectively. It’s not easy, but if you could get yourself to do it — you’d e so much more ready for every test and feel that much more confident as a learner

Tune in for Part 3 of the Anti-Boring Summer Series, where Gretchen walks you through a simple model for how to process, or ‘hone,’ your notes so you actually learn the information your teachers is sharing.

If this anti-boring tip delights you and you want more from where this came from:

* More tools to fill your study toolbox? Check out the Anti-Boring Approach to Powerful Studying.

* Gretchen’s training for educators? Check out The Art of Inspiring Students to Study Strategically?

* Summer coaching? Check out these certified Anti-Boring Approach Coaches.

Do you ever review your lecture notes after you take them?

Most people don’t… mostly because it seems like a lot of work and they don’t know how.

This simple note taking tip could change your entire ability to learn effectively. It’s not easy, but if you could get yourself to do it — you’d e so much more ready for every test and feel that much more confident as a learner

Tune in for Part 3 of the Anti-Boring Summer Series, where Gretchen walks you through a simple model for how to process, or ‘hone,’ your notes so you actually learn the information your teachers is sharing.

If this anti-boring tip delights you and you want more from where this came from:

* More tools to fill your study toolbox? Check out the Anti-Boring Approach to Powerful Studying.

* Gretchen’s training for educators? Check out The Art of Inspiring Students to Study Strategically?

* Summer coaching? Check out these certified Anti-Boring Approach Coaches.

Many schools assign summer reading, and most students wait until the last minute to do it.

Tune in as Megan and Gretchen provide four tips for getting a head start on your summer reading, and getting it done well before the due date.

Tips include:

* How to check for assignments, particularly if you are attending a new school in the fall,

* When to get started with the assignment

* How parents can use summer assignments to set a new positive tone for the coming school year, and

* How to look over the assignment and make a plan

You might also find this helpful: Gretchen’s video series about how to read a 400 page book in 2 hours.

Many schools assign summer reading, and most students wait until the last minute to do it.

Tune in as Megan and Gretchen provide four tips for getting a head start on your summer reading, and getting it done well before the due date.

Tips include:

* How to check for assignments, particularly if you are attending a new school in the fall,

* When to get started with the assignment

* How parents can use summer assignments to set a new positive tone for the coming school year, and

* How to look over the assignment and make a plan

You might also find this helpful: Gretchen’s video series about how to read a 400 page book in 2 hours.

Is studying tedious and boring?

Use the Study Senses as a simple checklist for how to engage your brain while learning, so that you learn more in less time.

Tune in for Part 2 of the Anti-Boring Summer Series, where she walks you through a simple model for how to mix up your studying so you’re processing information in multiple ways.

If this anti-boring tip delights you and you want more from where this came from:

* More tools to fill your study toolbox? Check out the Anti-Boring Approach to Powerful Studying.

* Gretchen’s training for educators? Check out The Art of Inspiring Students to Study Strategically?

* Summer coaching? Check out these certified Anti-Boring Approach Coaches.

Is studying tedious and boring?

Use the Study Senses as a simple checklist for how to engage your brain while learning, so that you learn more in less time.

Tune in for Part 2 of the Anti-Boring Summer Series, where she walks you through a simple model for how to mix up your studying so you’re processing information in multiple ways.

If this anti-boring tip delights you and you want more from where this came from:

* More tools to fill your study toolbox? Check out the Anti-Boring Approach to Powerful Studying.

* Gretchen’s training for educators? Check out The Art of Inspiring Students to Study Strategically?

* Summer coaching? Check out these certified Anti-Boring Approach Coaches.