Didn’t get the gift you wanted for Christmas? We have gift that lasts a lifetime and needs no batteries. The gift of education…. The consultation is free but the results are priceless.
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Merry Christmas from our family to your family.
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Help us to congratulate Ms. Campbell from Longmont High School– our first Bushel of Thanks winner! She was nominated by Dakota. See what Dakota has to say about how she impacted his life when she was his teacher….
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Tutor Doctor was proud to be the Team National Business Spotlight of the month at the Carbon Valley Library. Ask about the Team National members discount for our awesome service.
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Tutor of the Month – November Congratulations to Gillian Stals One of her clients tells us: “Jill’s tutoring has sweep away the clouds of confusion which were keeping Macy from a fundamental understanding of Algebra II. Macy now has a strong understanding of the past and current class materials, and has caught up with prior missed Read More
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Tutor Doctor’s Star Student of the Month – November This month’s Star Student is Cade Ridenour His tutor tells us: “Cade Ridenour is a high school junior. He fell behind in several subjects early this fall semester due to a demanding sports and work schedule. Over the past months, he has worked hard to restore Read More
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It’s beginning to look alot like Christmas! What is your favorite holiday tradition ?
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Universal Children’s Day, established in 1954, is celebrated to promote international togetherness and awareness among children worldwide.
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The Tutor Doctor SmartCar was by far the tiniest trunk they’d ever seen at Erie’s Trunk or Treat this Halloween, but that didn’t stop us from showering our friends with Smarties and pencils! It was great to see all of you there in your amazing costumes!
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Happy Rosh Hashanah 2016! Jewish communities are celebrating one of the holiest days of their year, as Rosh Hashanah arrives for 2016. The Jewish New Year is a two-day holiday that started on October 2 and heralds the seventh month of the Jewish calendar, Tishri. As well as offering families a time for gathering celebration, Read More
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We were honored to be part of the Vietnam Traveling Wall Memorial in Dacono, CO. Here is Jay reading names from the Wall.
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We had a great time meeting so many people at Miner’s Day in Frederick, CO.
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The wheel was spinning at the Mountains Peaks School Family Fun Fest….
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This month’s Star Student is Aiyana Davis Her tutor tells us: “Aiyana worked very relentlessly and diligently throughout the summer. She is an excellent student who has a great desire to learn. As well, she is just so enjoyable to work with. Having never attended a school other than home, she was extremely nervous and Read More
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History .com Labor Day, an annual celebration of workers and their achievements, originated during one of American labor history’s most dismal chapters. In the late 1800s, at the height of the Industrial Revolution in the United States, the average American worked 12-hour days and seven-day weeks in order to eke out a basic living. Despite Read More
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This month’s Star Student is Xavier Garcia His tutor tells us: “Xavier is doing so well. His confidence is really starting to grow and shows when he reads. He reads each word and uses his detective skills when he reaches a word he doesn’t know instead of glossing over them. He also has improved Read More
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Checklist: Preparing Your Child for Sleepaway Camp By Erica Patino Summer camp can be a wonderful experience for kids, but it can also be a little scary—especially the first time. Here’s how to get your child ready. Camp Logistics Have your child attend a day camp. This way, she’ll know what camp is like before Read More
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1 Tutor + 1 Student = Better Math Scores, Less Fear by: Patti Neighmond Correspondent, Health Policy, Science Desk Math can be as scary as spiders and snakes, at least in the brain of an 8-year-old child. And that early anxiety about dealing with numbers can put a child at a significant disadvantage, not only Read More
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Countdown to School Success A month-by-month guide filled with the advice, tools, and online resources you’ll need to help your children have a school year packed with fun and learning. Start the countdown to school success! The start of school is the most exciting time of the year for students! They want to meet their Read More
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Water Safety Rules Every Child Should Know Summer is here and your children will want to be playing in the water. Whether you are at the beach, lake or backyard pool, teaching your family water safety rules will help to keep them safe. Children between 1-4 years old and men from 15-44 are at the Read More
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Most students take the ACT an average of three times before they get the score they want! Make the most of your test times! Practice test July 23rd at LifeBridge Church in Longmont 9 am – 1 pm $15 per student (FREE for current Read More
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Tutor of the Month Congratulations to Lauren Easter! One of her clients tells us: “Everything is going great with Lauren! Lauren is doing such a wonderful job working with Grace. She is always positive and reinforcing. She gives her work and practices work with her that is challenging, but always makes it fun Read More
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This month’s Star Student is McKayla Workman Her tutor tells us: “McKayla Workman achieved 2 points higher on her ACT. We were able to increase her scores 2 full points, and on Math and Science which were her weakest areas, was a great accomplishment I believe. Also, she was often not able to complete Read More
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Summer is just around the corner and many parents are pondering the merits of camp. Summer camps can be a really great opportunity for your students to learn new skills, make new friends and develop social skills. Or is is better to have in home tutoring? In home tutoring can combine the fun of a Read More
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Where did the Little Apple go for Traveling Tuesday? to Mead Ponds The Town of Mead Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of facilities and activities for your enjoyment. Additionally, the town offers many leisure activities through the Recreation Services Division. Have you been to Mead Ponds for a fishing? or just to Read More
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Summer Outing Ideas for Families by: Mariah Shell It’s a great American tradition: the summer road trip. Keep it Local: Summer Outing Ideas for Families is a great tradition to start! Every year, thousands of families set off on the open road for far-flung destinations. Whether it’s an excuse to visit distant friends and family, Read More
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From relevant to hilarious, this reading list contains a wealth of interesting books for high school students. Brave New World by Aldous Huxley This book, written in 1932, looks at Huxley’s vision of the future. Thanks to psychological engineering, people have been genetically bred to be passive and therefore useful to the ruling class. This Read More
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Where did the Little Apple go this Tuesday? to the Jim Hamm Nature Area Originally developed in 1976, the Jim Hamm Nature Area comprises 24 acres, including a 14-acre pond. This land was donated in 1974 by the Hamm family in memory of USAF Captain Jim Hamm who was shot down over Vietnam in 1968 Read More
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The skills that really great independent learners require are vital life skills that all students can benefit from having. Skills like organization, time management, task initiation, focused attention and memory are part of this skill set. These skills extend to social situations like controlling your behavior, being flexible and organizing and executing planned activities. Here Read More
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What you should know about the current state of college prep testing (ACT/SAT) — Jay Stype, Education consultant Tutor Doctor Longmont to Fort Collins For the last several months we have answered literally hundreds of questions from parents and students about the status of test prep for students here in Colorado following the CDE decision Read More
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If your child is reluctant to read, there are ways to make reading a fun and rewarding experience that can introduce them to a wonderful new world. Reading carries so many benefits making it a skill that every child should have. When your child is an effective reader, all those high school and college texts Read More
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The History Of Flag Day The Fourth of July was traditionally celebrated as America’s birthday, but the idea of an annual day specifically celebrating the Flag is believed to have first originated in 1885. BJ Cigrand, a schoolteacher, arranged for the pupils in the Fredonia, Wisconsin Public School, District 6, to observe June 14 (the Read More
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It’s summer vacation and if your visions of happy kids enjoying the warm weather outside or idyllic afternoons spent riding bikes and gazing at the clouds have given way to constant arguing and never-ending protestations of “I’m bored!” we have a little help for you. Our list of great activities that don’t cost a fortune Read More
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Over the summer students experience a loss of the academic gains they made over the previous year called the summer slide. Our brains really are like muscles, and when we don’t exercise them, they tend to lose their form. Math formulas are forgotten, new vocabulary lost and the summer slide puts students a little further Read More
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Where did the Little Apple go this Tuesday? to Colorado Early Colleges in Fort Collins CECFC was founded in 2012 as a tuition-free, open enrollment public charter high school. Our mission is to ensure that each student, regardless of background or skill level, will have the opportunity to pursue a growth mindset that will allow Read More
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This is the phrase you need to know when parenting tweens….. Parenting tweens can be difficult. Snipping at each other back and forth can be a daily occurence– or every hourly it seems. Science shows that in happy relationships, you need a ratio of five positive interactions to every one negative interaction. When you and Read More
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Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland at Berthoud Days We had a great time meeting the people of Berthoud and its surrounding areas. It was a beautiful day to spin the wheel, say HI or getting your questions answered about how to help your student succeed in school.
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Did you see us at the Johnstown BBQ Days? Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland was there answering questions and having people spin the prize wheel. This annual event has taken on many different names over the past century. The idea of a local celebration started in 1912 with Dairy Read More
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Summer ACT and SAT test preparation… Now is the best time! It’s that time of year and although you may be feeling the pressure to perform well on your ACT and SAT’s, you know the best course of action is to be prepared. Summer ACT and SAT test preparation is the best time to start Read More
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Where did the Little Apple go for Traveling Tuesday? The Little Apple visited the VFW post 41 American Legion Post 15 in Loveland, CO. CHARTER DATE: August 12, 1919 FIRST COMMANDER: John D. Duffield NOTABLE MEMBERS: FIRST IN OFFICE 1919 Commander: LT. John Duffield Vice: Capt. S.E. Weller Adjutant: O.M. Moore Finance: Sergeant Lawrence Dill Read More
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Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country’s armed forces. The holiday, which is observed every year on the last Monday of May, originated as Decoration Day after the American Civil War in 1868, when the Grand Army of the Republic, an Read More
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Tutor Doctor’s Star Student of the Month – May This month’s Star Student is Teagan Drake! His tutor tells us:”Teagan’s family called Tutor Doctor for help with time management and homework. He is an extremely bright young man who has struggled with finding his motivation. Besides getting his homework completed, we sought to help Read More
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Tutor Doctor at the Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party with the Longmont Public Library School’s OUT! Summer Fun is IN! Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland had great fun kicking off your summer with a free night of swimming and activities at Sunset Pool! We had a great time talking to parents and students about Read More
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Tutor Doctor at the Erie Town Fair and Balloon Festival May 21 – May 21, 2016 Did you visit Tutor Doctor at our booth at the Erie Town Fair and Balloon Festival? Did you get information about our Summer Reading Challenge? Did you spin the wheel for a prize? We always look forward to Read More
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Tutor Doctor and the Carbon Valley Half Marathon Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland participated in the Carbon Valley Half Marathon with sponsoring and providing the medals for the Fun Run. Open to all ages, the run started & finished in Firestone’s Sports Complex. Every registered participant received a special event T-Shirt and a finisher’s Read More
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Exams are just about done and the long summer break stretches out before us with just one last hurdle to overcome; report cards. For some, bad grades can put pressure on students and parents alike. Every child can learn, but some need to learn differently than others and you may need to change course if Read More
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Word for Wednesday Do you know the meaning of: tumbrel? a manure wagon an instrument in an orchestra brass section at type of bed to fall gracefully Click here for the answer. How well did you do? #wordoftheday
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Where did the Little Apple go for Traveling Tuesday? The Little Apple visited the High Plains Library at the Carbon Valley Branch. The Carbon Valley Library serves as a regional library for the southwest area of High Plains Library District. The 35,000 square-foot building houses approximately 113,000 items including movies, music, magazines, a Spanish-language materials Read More
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Being the middle child is living between a rock and a hard place. While your firstborn has already had the benefit of years of attention, and your youngest child needs more from you, your middle child may feel a little left out. so- what is middle child syndrome? Being a middle chld can lead to Read More
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Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland had a great time stocking the fridge at Mead High School for Teacher Appreciation Week.
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Proudly Supporting National EMS Week Thank you for everything that you do today and everyday. May 15-21, 2016 is the 42nd annual National EMS Week In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our nation’s communities. Back then, EMS was a new profession, and Read More
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Proudly Supporting National Police Week Thank you for all that you do today and everyday! HISTORY In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from Read More
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Frederick DIY Days Tutor Doctor had a great time making homemade play dough at the Frederick (CO) DIY Days. Did you see us there? or did you catch a fish at the Fishing Derby? What did you make? DIY Day was May 14, 2016 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Where: Frederick Recreation Area 8201 Read More
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An immersion school can enable students to excel in more than one language and may contribute to cognitive development. But immersion schools also pose a number of challenges for both parents and students that families should be aware of before embarking on an immersion education.What are the good and bad about an immersion school? Benefits Read More
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Word for Wednesday Do you know the meaning of the word: formicary? the art of making forms for applications another name for apothecary an anthill a place that house paper Click here for the answer. How well did you do? #wordoftheday
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Where did the Little Apple go this week? The Little Apple visited Frederick, CO. Frederick is a vibrant and growing community along the Front Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains that strives to preserve a small town feel and community togetherness as it grow. Community Facts Elevation: 4972 feet 300 Plus “Sunny days” per year Read More
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Social learning has around since the 1970’s when Albert Bandura suggested that learning is a social activity. so- does social media make social learning more effective? Social learning theory postulates that learning occurs when students observe behaviors and mimic them. This includes the observation of rewards and punishments for behaviors. When harnessing this theory to Read More
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If you have a student who is agonizing over what to study, where to study or what to do with their lives, then you will know that it seems so unfair for them to have to make decisions about the rest of their lives at a time when they are least qualified to do so. Read More
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Word for Wednesday Do you know the meaning of the word: Pharology? the study of pharaohs the study of light houses the study of the Pharo dogs of Africa the study of pharmacology Click here for the answer. How well did you do? #wordoftheday
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Traveling Tuesday…. Where did the Little Apple go this week? The Little Apple visited Fall River Elementary. Fall River believes in STEM Integration and 21st Century skills, Differentiated Instruction, Positive Behavior Support, Community Involvement, Whole Child Education, and Academic Excellence for All! Fall River Elementary is a safe, caring community where all students can feel Read More
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Shyness is a complex emotion that is sometimes difficult to understand. Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland will show your how to encourage your shy child to succeed. What’s important to remember is that being shy are feelings of anxiety, fear, embarrassment, apprehension and tension in your child. Being confrontational only makes the problem worse, but Read More
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Our Stock the Fridge Winner… Colorado Early Colleges Tutor Doctor was honored to stock the fridge for Colorado Early Colleges in Fort Collins for Teacher Appreciation Week.
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Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland was honored to come to Berthoud Elementary for Teacher Appreciation Week. We had a great time stocking their fridge. Thank you!
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Wow and Thank you for our first ever Stock the Fridge contest. Everyone’s responses are appreciated. We are doing this contest next year, so like our Facebook page to keep in touch and in the know. Don’t be surprised if you see other contests through the year just as great as this one! and the Read More
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Cinco de Mayo (pronounced: [ˈsiŋko ðe ˈmaʝo]; Spanish for “May 5th”, or literally, “Five of May”) is a celebration held on May 5. The date is observed to commemorate the Mexican army’s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín. In Read More
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Summer is quickly approaching and Tutor Doctor has an exciting challenge for you! This challenge is a fun way to keep up your reading skills while also having the chance to win a prize! Before the 2016-17 school year, participants Kindergarten through Grade 3 must read at least 5 books, Grade 4-7 must read at Read More
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Word For Wednesday Do you the meaning of the word: Stannary? A place that cans stann Writing on recycled paper A tin mine A bird from South America Click here for the answer.
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Traveling Tuesday…. Where did the Little Apple go for Traveling Tuesday? Firestone Police Department The Firestone Police Department protects the community by offering community patrol, animal control, conducts criminal investigation, enforces traffic and code enforcement, provides a school resource officer for local schools, and offers community services division. Mission “A Community in Motion.” Our mission Read More
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May 2nd through the 6th is teacher appreciation week and you can show your teachers a little love for everything they do with these inexpensive gift ideas. Sure, you can buy a box of chocolates or an apple, but what you really want is the personal touch that shows your kids put some thought and Read More
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Tutor Doctor at 24 Hour Fitness in Fort Collins, CO One of our community events was at the Fort Collins gym in Fort Collins, CO. 24 Hour Fitness center, believes in changing lives through fitness. They invited Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland to their state-of-the-art facility that has just about every feature you could wish Read More
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Memorizing a speech can be an almost impossible task for many, especially if the speech is a long one. One example of this is that it’s extremely difficult to memorize verbatim text. This infographic shows you how to memorize a speech. And let’s face the facts, not all of us have those fancy teleprompters like Read More
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How well do you the meaning of the word: Juffle? to jump then shuffle an extra large bag to shuffle about in sloppy old shoes a jazzy dance step Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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STOCK THE FRIDGE… Teacher Appreciation Event. It is time for your local Tutor Doctor– from Longmont, Loveland to Fort Collins – to show our appreciation to teachers and staff at our local schools with our “Stock the Fridge” Teacher Appreciation Event. Our districts include St. Vrain Valley School District, Thompson School District, Poudre School Read More
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Traveling Tuesday.. Where did the Little Apple go this week for Traveling Tuesday? The Carbon Recreation Center At the Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District, they strive to provide patrons and community members with outstanding customer service. Contact them at 303-833-3660. We hope to see you in the rec center! This is the wood carving Read More
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History Quiz for April 25 What year did these events occur? Former professional wrestler Jesse Ventura is sworn in as governor of Minnesota. Impeachment trial of President Bill Clinton begins in the US Senate. “The Miss”, Minnesota Viking placekicker Gary Anderson had become the first kicker in history to finish the regular season without missing Read More
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Should Your Child Repeat a Grade? If your child struggled through the last year and the school is recommending retention, there are some very important points to consider. Studies show that repeating a grade can be harmful for students and grade retention is one of the biggest predictors of high school dropouts. Before you Read More
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EducationWorld asked educators and other experts for concrete examples of how Common Core is changing instruction for the better. Below is what tutoring center owner Christopher Lien shared. Lien is a franchise owner with Tutor Doctor, the leading “at-home” private tutoring franchise worldwide. What’s your best concrete example of how Common Core-aligned instruction is qualitatively different Read More
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How well do you know the meaning of: Calash? a type of knot used by sailors the convertible roof on a baby carriage an intoxicating drink a basket from the amazon Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Tutor Doctor’s Star Student of the Month – March This month’s Star Student is Nick Karpowich! His tutor tells us: “Nick Karpowich’s family sought out Tutor Doctor to help Nick overcome difficulties in math and catch up to his grade level. Nick is a delightful, energetic guy who is quite skilled in sports. His Read More
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Where did the Little Apple go this Traveling Tuesday? Frederick High School Library Frederick High School is a public high school in Frederick, Colorado, north of Denver. It is a four-year public school serving grades 9 through 12. Its enrollment is 865. The school is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District. Read More
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Finals are coming! Will you be ready? How to overcome test anxiety… Many students suffer from anxiety when they have to prepare for and write tests and exams. Some get nervous because they are ill-prepared, while others get bogged down in stress regardless of how well-prepared they may be. When students are anxious, they are Read More
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History Quiz for April 18 What year did these events occur in history? Former umpire, now housewife Bernice Gera wins her suit against baseball, initiated on March 15, 1971 to be allowed to umpire “Sanford & Son” starring Redd Foxx premieres on NBC TV Sandy Koufax, Yogi Berra, & Early Wynn elected to Hall of Read More
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Your learning style is the way you acquire information. Students learn faster and retain more when information is presented to them in their learning styles of choice. Most people have a dominant learning style, but they can still learn when information is presented in another learning style. Teachers should present information in ways that appeal Read More
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How well do you know the meaning of: Fletcherize? to take 30 chews to every bite of food to pulverize food in chunks for a specific consistency to make something serious seem silly the process of stating a fact as if it was fiction Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Where did the Little Apple go for Traveling Tuesday? Veterans Memorial, Milliken, CO The Town of Milliken wanted a special way to recognize all veterans, especially those current residents and former residents of the area. The Veterans Memorial is located at the Milliken Police Station and stands as a reminder and symbol of the Read More
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Here is what to do if your child is addicted to gaming…. When you study the problems of teenagers, being addicted to gaming won’t appear like a awful concept. Your youngsters are secure and sound at home and they’re quiet and occupied in their rooms. However don’t be fooled: an excessive amount of gaming can Read More
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Memorable Monday for April 11 What year did the following events occur in history? Logan Stype is born The Tagish Lake meteorite impacts the Earth. The last original “Peanuts” comic strip appears in newspapers one day after Charles M. Schulz dies. Was it… 1999 2000 1997 1994 Click here for the answer. Did you get Read More
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As exam season approaches, most students experience heightened anxiety. Compounded by lack of sleep and pressure to perform, exam stress can be your worst enemy and prevents you from performing at your peak. While it’s a fact that your grades will be better if you are calm during exams, this often easier said than done. Read More
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Do you know the meaning of: Liripoop? excrement from the liri bird the tassel on a mortar board or graduate’s cap runt of the litter polite way of saying constipated Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Where did the Little Apple go this week for Traveling Tuesday? Crist Park, Frederick, CO Located at the entrance to Downtown Frederick. Crist Park is named after James M. Crist, a prominent citizen of Frederick and Mayor from 1961 to 1964. Crist Park is home to the Miners’ Museum, Memorial Wall, “Daddy’s Home” and the Read More
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History Quiz for April 4 Let’s have some fun with a history quiz and see if you know the year that: Denver Broncos Quarterback John Elway weds swimmer Janet Buchan in Menlo Park, California Actress singer Janet Jackson weds James DeBarge “Night Court” starring Harry Anderson premieres on NBC TV Was it…. 1992 1984 Read More
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The Trusted Name for Tutor Orientation Wow!! We had a great bunch of awesome tutors at this week’s tutor orientation. There is an amazing amount of talent, knowledge and love of helping students in the room. We are excited to have them as part of the Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland family. Do you need Read More
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While your brain only takes up 2% of your body weight, it consumes up to 20% of the energy you eat. Whether you are studying, writing an exam or listening to a lecture, your brain needs fuel to function optimally. In fact, your brain cells need twice as much energy as any other cells in Read More
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What is the meaning of the word: Sclum? to row a boat as a team a bad person to scratch with the fingernails (as on a black board) part of the large intestine Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Where did the Little Apple go this week? Longmont Humane Society Longmont Humane Society is an open admission facility with a mission of: Caring, serving and educating to improve the lives of companion animals. LHS believes it is important to set, measure and communicate organizational goals. In doing so, we have engaged staff and the Board Read More
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Easter Egg Hunt… Carbon Valley Recreation Center March 25,2016 We had a great time at the Carbon Valley Recreation Center with the Rotary Club for the 2016 Easter Egg Trail. Did you find us and say Hi to the Big Apple?
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Firestone, CO Meet and Greet Hundreds of Firestone residents took part in the Firestone Police Department’s 16th Annual Firestone Meet and Greet on March 24, 2016. The event allowed community members the opportunity to meet their local and county government officials, as well as local districts and nonprofits, to discuss happenings and concerns relevant to Read More
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Founders park for the Eggstravaganza Annual Egg Hunt … Easter Egg Hunt- Mead, CO 2016 The Big Apple had a great time at Founders Park in Mead, CO for their Eggstravaganza Annual Egg Hunt ,2016. Where you there?
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Teaching your students to take responsibility for their learning and their actions is a great way to empower them and to motivate them. Being responsible isn’t something that comes naturally to most students and part of the reason for this is that those areas of the brain which deal with responsibility (frontal cortex) continue to Read More
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Word for Wednesday Gug: a large bug found in the Amazon to drink with large sips a coalmine shaft that slopes downward a type of medieval drink ale Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Where did the Little Apple go this week? Frederick Firestone Fire Protection District (FFFPD) As of today, the District provides 24 hour coverage to 30 square miles of area, which includes four and one-half miles of Interstate 25, five miles of Colorado State Highway 52, and the St. Vrain State Park. The District currently employs Read More
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March 2016– Tutor Doctor and Education Foundation for the St. Vrain Valley Tutor Doctor Longmont to Fort Collins and the Education Foundation for the St. Vrain Valley Supporting the youth in our community as they begin to pursue the building blocks of a prosperous career. Tutor Doctor Education Consultant ,Susan Stype speaking with St. Vrain Read More
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Should you help your child with their homework? This is a questions every parent asks. Am I the right person to build academic foundations with my child? but– are the cool, calm, collected parent or the frustrated, fed up parent? Take our quiz to find out. Let us know how you did!
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Word For Wednesday… What is the meaning eyas? 1. a baby hawk taken from its nest 2. a small desert rodent 3. answering in the affirmative Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Traveling Tuesday… Where did the Little Apple go today? Ellen Bunyan Bein Park. Ellen Bunyan Bein park, located next to the Berthoud High School on Spartan Avenue. Bein Park, located at the corner of Spartan Avenue and 10th Street. Bein Park offers the best sports field in the area. This multi-use field is surrounded by Read More
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Test day jitters are happening at an earlier age. In most states, standardized testing aligned with the Common Core begins in second or third grade, but a few states administer standardized tests as early as kindergarten. Many children experience test day anxiety at some point, so learn some tips and techniques to help your child Read More
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Word for Wednesday… How well do you know the meaning of: reus? a small bird the defendant in a courtroom trial a drink made with red wine Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Traveling Tuesday… Where did the Little Apple go this week? Trail Ridge Middle School was opened in 2005 and currently has approximately 670 students enrolled in grades 6-8. Class sizes average less than 30 students per class. TRMS is a STEM Focus school which focuses Read More
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Word for Wednesday… How well do you know the meaning of: ghee? butter made from buffalo milk to be happy expression of amazement Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Traveling Tuesday…. Where did the Little Apple go this week? Berthoud High School in Berthoud, Colorado and is part of the Thompson School District. For 2014 the school was ranked 30th in the state, 1,271st in the nation, and had an AP participation rate of 42% according to U.S. News & World Report. Who knows Read More
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Are you taking a chemistry class? Are you worried you might not pass? Do you know why students fail chemistry? Chemistry is a subject many students prefer to avoid, even if they have an interest in science, because of its reputation for lowering grade point averages. However, it isn’t as bad as it seems, especially Read More
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Word for Wednesday… Do you know the meaning of: kirkbuzzer? another name for “itch” a mosquito type insect from the Amazon a robber who preys on churches Click here for the answer.
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Traveling Tuesday… Where did the Little Apple go this week? The Fire Services Division’s primary purpose, as reflected in its mission statement is “to serve the community by protecting life, property and the environment through preparation, prevention and response.” The Little Apple is proud to have been able to sit on the fire truck 3.
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Fun Friday Picture… Have a Great Weekend!
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Broncos Special When the Broncos WIN Super Bowl 50, Receive 18% off tutoring packages of 24 hours or more– including our specialized ACT tutoring!* Applies to new or renewing clients Offer good for 18 days after the WIN (from February 8 through February 26, 2016) *restrictions apply.
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Traveling Tuesday.. Where did the Little Apple go this week? Johnson’s Corner is the home of the World Famous Cinnamon Roll – sweet, delicious and as big as your plate. Today, they bake more than 15,000 cinnamon rolls a month for the restaurant and online sales, as well as for distribution in eight states. Thanks Read More
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As sure as one plus one equals two, it happens year after year. Kids who have been bringing home A’s in chemistry and acing AP Calculus arrive at college with visions of STEM careers dancing in their heads. Then they hit an invisible, but very painful, wall. According to research from the University of Read More
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Do you know the meaning of: Irenic 1. tending to promote peace or reconciliation; peaceful or conciliatory. 2. To be strong 3. Unyielding 4. At war click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Memorable Monday for January 25 2004 – Opportunity rover (MER-B) lands on surface of Mars. 1998 – Super Bowl XXXII: Denver Broncos beat Green Bay Packers 31-24 1993 – Sears announces it is closing its catalog sales dept after 97 years 1961 – Walt Disney’s “101 Dalmations” released 1915 – Alexander Graham Bell in NY Read More
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Fun Friday picture… Have a great weekend!
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When you were a teenager, did your mom always manage to find the right things to say? Now, as a parent, it’s your turn to work out which words and actions will boost your own daughter’s self-esteem and body confidence. Mothers and daughters appear to have a love/hate relationship. A mother’s comment is unlike any Read More
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Meet “The Little Apple”. He likes to travel to see Colorado and visit places where Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland is helping students to succeed in school. Where did the Little Apple go this week?
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Especially when our kids reach the tween and teen years, what we say and how we act towards them is so important. And because I know we all want to do the best things for our kids, I’ve reached out to some of my favorite people–friends and family, current colleagues and former colleagues, neighbors, counselors, Read More
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Do you now the meaning of: Acrimony Something that hinders, obstructs Anger, bitterness and resentment Arrogance, pride in oneself The state of forgetfulness or being completely forgotten Click here for the answer. How well did you do?
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Fun Friday picture… have a great weekend!
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Parents of Juniors? Here’s all you need to know about the NEW SAT. Choosing whether to take the SAT or ACT has never been a simple question, but students in their junior year will face an even more complex decision. With the launch of the redesigned in March 2016, our nation’s class of 2017 will Read More
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Meet “The Little Apple”. He likes to travel to see Colorado and visit places where Tutor Doctor Longmont to Loveland is helping students to succeed in school. Where did the Little Apple go this week?
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May you and your family have a safe and prosperous New Year! Jay and Susan Stype Leah Hall
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