Ashley Tutors’ Helps Students Avoid Summer “Brain Drain”
Innovative tutors use physical activity to make education part of summer fun
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. – Ashley Tutors (http://www.ashleytutors.com) has hired an energetic and diverse team of tutors to put into practice the Ashley Tutors’ motto: LIVE! Learning Is Very Entertaining. The experienced tutors were assembled to make learning entertaining through the use of kinesthetic learning, a teaching style that engages a student using physical activity. Focused on keeping students sharp over the summer through the kinesthetic teaching methods of Ashley Fagel, a Maryland certified teacher working in Montgomery County, Md., Ashley Tutors offers in-home, one-on-one academic help in any subject to Washington, D.C. area students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
Research shows children often forget some of what they’ve learned over the summer, according to Duke University education expert, Harris Cooper. Cooper and his colleagues found that achievement test scores declined, on average, between the spring and the fall. “Typically, the first quarter of the new school year is based on students catching up, learning new routines and expectations, and relearning previously taught materials,” said Ashley Fagel, a resident of Montgomery County, Md. and the founder of Ashley Tutors. “I see ‘brain drain’ every September in my classroom. That’s when those kids who took the summer off don’t get back on the learning track for almost three months.”
Ashley Tutors can provide what a student needs to start the school year well. Understanding that everyone learns differently, one of Ashley Tutors’ main goals is to figure out what type of learner each child is, and then meet their individual needs while also having fun. Kinesthetic learners account for 45 percent of the population, according to Muneera Spence, Oregon State University professor. The Ashley Tutors’ team focuses on the kinesthetic method in which a student carries out a physical activity, rather than listening to a teacher talk, and allows a student a two-minute motor break to move around for every eight minutes of learning.
“The breaks taken when using kinesthetic learning styles provide our tutors a chance to get to know each student better and make learning enjoyable,” said Fagel, who was featured prominently in a recent story about summer “brain drain” on NBC 4 in Washington, D.C. “This creates a strong foundation for a successful working and learning relationship that can begin in the summer months and carry over into the school year. Whether it is one of our reading tutors, math tutors or any tutor your student might need, our team can improve a student’s attitude toward learning and boost their confidence.”
In addition to teaming their student up with a tutor, parents can also check out Ashley’s journal on the Ashley Tutors’ website to pick up useful tips on how to keep your student sharp this summer, such as educational computer games or a daily writing journal. “If Ashley Tutors can make learning fun during the school year, I can’t wait to see what they have planned for the summer when there is less homework and more time to focus on my son’s areas of improvement,” said Chris Gault, parent of a student at Ridgeview Middle School. “I know that if I can balance my child’s summer fun and relaxation with educational opportunities, we will be able to set him up for a quick start to the next school year.”
ABOUT ASHLEY TUTORS: Ashley Tutors is an in-home one-on-one tutoring service covering all subjects offered to students in grades kindergarten through 12 in Montgomery County, Maryland. Ashley Fagel, a Maryland certified teacher with more than 3 years in private tutoring experience advises Ashley Tutors, and also developed its philosophy. Guided by Montgomery County resident, Josh Chernikoff, Ashley Tutors is staffed with exceptionally passionate and driven tutors who have college degrees and tutoring experience. Ashley Tutors sets itself apart from other tutoring centers as an in-home service that makes learning fun for its students, and helps students find their way to success in academics and life. L.I.V.E. Learning Is Very Entertaining!
Ashley Tutors provides one-on-one tutors for students in Montgomery County, Maryland., including Rockville, Potomac, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring and Chevy Chase; Washington, D.C.; and Northern Virginia including Arlington, Alexandria, and Falls Church. Ashley Tutors provides instruction in algebra, geometry, statistics, pre-calculus, anatomy, biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, economics, government, history, law, philosophy, psychology, sociology, English, literature, journalism, reading, IT training, math, writing, history and science.
Contact:
Colleen Lerro
Director of Communications
240-780-3233
colleen@ashleytutors.com
http://www.ashleytutors.com/
Innovative tutors use physical activity to make education part of summer fun
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. – Ashley Tutors (http://www.ashleytutors.com) has hired an energetic and diverse team of tutors to put into practice the Ashley Tutors’ motto: LIVE! Learning Is Very Entertaining. The experienced tutors were assembled to make learning entertaining through the use of kinesthetic learning, a teaching style that engages a student using physical activity. Focused on keeping students sharp over the summer through the kinesthetic teaching methods of Ashley Fagel, a Maryland certified teacher working in Montgomery County, Md., Ashley Tutors offers in-home, one-on-one academic help in any subject to Washington, D.C. area students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
Research shows children often forget some of what they’ve learned over the summer, according to Duke University education expert, Harris Cooper. Cooper and his colleagues found that achievement test scores declined, on average, between the spring and the fall. “Typically, the first quarter of the new school year is based on students catching up, learning new routines and expectations, and relearning previously taught materials,” said Ashley Fagel, a resident of Montgomery County, Md. and the founder of Ashley Tutors. “I see ‘brain drain’ every September in my classroom. That’s when those kids who took the summer off don’t get back on the learning track for almost three months.”
Ashley Tutors can provide what a student needs to start the school year well. Understanding that everyone learns differently, one of Ashley Tutors’ main goals is to figure out what type of learner each child is, and then meet their individual needs while also having fun. Kinesthetic learners account for 45 percent of the population, according to Muneera Spence, Oregon State University professor. The Ashley Tutors’ team focuses on the kinesthetic method in which a student carries out a physical activity, rather than listening to a teacher talk, and allows a student a two-minute motor break to move around for every eight minutes of learning.
“The breaks taken when using kinesthetic learning styles provide our tutors a chance to get to know each student better and make learning enjoyable,” said Fagel, who was featured prominently in a recent story about summer “brain drain” on NBC 4 in Washington, D.C. “This creates a strong foundation for a successful working and learning relationship that can begin in the summer months and carry over into the school year. Whether it is one of our reading tutors, math tutors or any tutor your student might need, our team can improve a student’s attitude toward learning and boost their confidence.”
In addition to teaming their student up with a tutor, parents can also check out Ashley’s journal on the Ashley Tutors’ website to pick up useful tips on how to keep your student sharp this summer, such as educational computer games or a daily writing journal. “If Ashley Tutors can make learning fun during the school year, I can’t wait to see what they have planned for the summer when there is less homework and more time to focus on my son’s areas of improvement,” said Chris Gault, parent of a student at Ridgeview Middle School. “I know that if I can balance my child’s summer fun and relaxation with educational opportunities, we will be able to set him up for a quick start to the next school year.”
ABOUT ASHLEY TUTORS: Ashley Tutors is an in-home one-on-one tutoring service covering all subjects offered to students in grades kindergarten through 12 in Montgomery County, Maryland. Ashley Fagel, a Maryland certified teacher with more than 3 years in private tutoring experience advises Ashley Tutors, and also developed its philosophy. Guided by Montgomery County resident, Josh Chernikoff, Ashley Tutors is staffed with exceptionally passionate and driven tutors who have college degrees and tutoring experience. Ashley Tutors sets itself apart from other tutoring centers as an in-home service that makes learning fun for its students, and helps students find their way to success in academics and life. L.I.V.E. Learning Is Very Entertaining!
Ashley Tutors provides one-on-one tutors for students in Montgomery County, Maryland., including Rockville, Potomac, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring and Chevy Chase; Washington, D.C.; and Northern Virginia including Arlington, Alexandria, and Falls Church. Ashley Tutors provides instruction in algebra, geometry, statistics, pre-calculus, anatomy, biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, economics, government, history, law, philosophy, psychology, sociology, English, literature, journalism, reading, IT training, math, writing, history and science.
Contact:
Colleen Lerro
Director of Communications
240-780-3233
colleen@ashleytutors.com
http://www.ashleytutors.com/
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