Beyond the Park Bench May 2021 Insights and Tips from the Experts at SCK

SCK was founded in 2001 by Roxana Reid with the goal of guiding families and students to self-actualize through accessing just-right educational fit. We are a proud Black-owned business.

The tests we face in life's journey are not to reveal our weaknesses but to help us discover our inner strengths. We can only know how strong we are when we strive and thrive beyond the challenges we face. ― Kemi Sogunle

TO TEST OR NOT TO TEST? University of Georgia reinstates while University of California backs away from standardized testing. What will College Admissions reflect in the coming cycle? We can help! Contact info@smartcitykids.com for an introductory one hour session with our college team.

Georgia's Public Universities Will Reinstate ACT/SAT... The University System of Georgia will reinstate its ACT and SAT requirement after a one-year suspension, the system announced on Wednesday. Students applying for admission for the spring of 2022 and beyond will be required to submit... Read more www.chronicle.com

Inspiring volunteerism in children of all ages! Recently our team of experts spoke to a group of parents about how to prioritize action and deeds in children from early childhood on through high school. The takeaways? Keep it relevant by starting with service close to home, offer peer interactions, and as your child grows give them ownership on the idea of service so it becomes their practice not yours.

Why do we prioritize fine motor skills in early childhood? Fine motor skills are our ability to make movements using the small muscles in our hands and wrists in synchronization with our eyes. In young children, fine motor skills can help them with overall stamina and help tame frustrations as they gain confidence to complete sophisticated tasks independently. We like this article with helpful information on the importance of these skills. Plus a slime recipe, and other fun activities to do with your child!

Using Slime as a Fine Motor Activity for Kids Help develop an important early childhood skill for kids, and have fun too! Read more therapytreeaz.com

Dr. Bruce Perry and the Six Core Strengths for Healthy Child Development In the last few weeks you may have heard Oprah Winfrey discussing the book, What Happened to You: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing written with Dr. Bruce Perry, a psychiatrist and early childhood development expert as they discuss the neurobiology of traumatic experience. In this video, Dr. Perry outlines the importance of social emotional development in children.

Summer Resources from Smart City Tutors Seeking summer supports or enrichment for your learner? Whether Executive Function, Math or Language supports, Test Prep, Mandarin enrichment or just looking to offset the summer slump, we have got you covered! Contact christinasapega@smartcitykids.com

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