If you are a parent of a school aged student, you are likely wondering if your children are being negatively affected from the use of so many technological devices. From cell phones, computers, music devices, electronic notebooks, Facebook, Twitter, etc., students are likely involved in their use. Is all of this electronic interaction negatively impacting … Read more

Appreciating and Supporting TEACHERS By Carol C. Wood / Founder & CEOTotal Learning Concepts, Inc. As the new school year begins, it is a good time to recognize those who have dedicated and committed themselves to the education of students. Whether one teaches 4-year olds in a Pre-kindergarten program or adults who are furthering their … Read more

For Rising 9th Grade Students: Launch to High School By Carol C. Wood / Owner & College Admissions Process CounselorTotal Learning Concepts, Inc. So, you’re a rising 9th grader, your first year of high school! As you begin your high school career, you will adjust to a new building, attend school as the youngest, meet lots of … Read more

Did you know that the SAT is changing in March of 2016? The new test will have several key changes, including a writing and language test and a portion of the math section on which no calculator is allowed. In the long run, the changes are promised to be a more accurate representation of a … Read more

This summer, Prepare to START SCHOOL SHARP! By Carol C. Wood Founder & CEO Total Learning Concepts, Inc. Woohoo! School is out for the summer so learning can stop! Right? Wrong! Summer time provides the BEST opportunity students have to enrich their academic skills if they desire to get ahead before school begins again or … Read more