By Julie Kucks Why do musicians practice their scales? Because learning music is like learning a language. Musicians practice scales so they understand the key signatures and building blocks of music, build finger agility, and develop technique. Before a musician Read More …
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Mentorship: A Personal Bond That Encourages Deeper Learning
By Julie Kucks In one of the largest student perception studies ever conducted, it was found that nearly half of American students believed their teachers did not care about them as individuals. Take that in for a minute. That means Read More …
Ending the Homework Debate
By Julie Kucks “I am who I am today because homework helped me build my skillsets.” – Nandini Menon, CHP Founder To homework or not to homework? That is the big question. There has been much debate about whether homework Read More …
Why is Holistic Education Important? Understanding What Students Need for Academic Success
By Julie Kucks Holistic education is a learning philosophy that believes students are people, not simply academics, and should thus be educated as a whole person. This means that developing a student’s social, emotional, and ethical wellbeing is the responsibility Read More …