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Alex was a high school sophomore with a 1.0 GPA, frequent absences, and absolutely zero interest in school. After two years of receiving academic coaching with Strive, Alex has rediscovered his confidence, re-enrolled, and earned a 3.8 GPA. Student Profile Background When I first met Alex, he was a sophomore with a 1.0 GPA, spotty […]
In just three months, Sam—an 11-year-old with dyslexia—gained a full grade level in reading and spelling through virtual OG tutoring. Sam’s story shows what’s possible with the right academic support. Student Profile Background When Sam’s parents first reached out, they were running out of options. Their daughter had recently been diagnosed with dyslexia, and despite […]
Student Profile Background Rebecca, a third grader with dyslexia and ADHD, began tutoring with Strive Learning Solutions in Winter 2024 reading well below grade level. While she was naturally intelligent and curious, she lacked confidence as a reader. During our goal setting process, Rebecca set two simple (yet challenging) goals: to read at grade level […]
In today’s blog post, we will look at why early identification of dyslexia is important. But first, let’s start with ensuring we understand dyslexia and its impact. Understanding Dyslexia and Its Impact Dyslexia is the most common learning disability in the world, affecting the reading, writing, and spelling of roughly 20% of the population. Despite […]
In today’s blog post, we’ll look at 5 signs your child may benefit from Orton-Gillingham tutoring. If your child is struggling with reading and spelling, you’re not alone. On average, students in America are half a grade level behind pre-pandemic levels in reading. While many parents are told by teachers to be patient and trust […]
There are both pros and cons of virtual and in-person tutoring. Especially since the pandemic, teachers, parents, and students seem more open and skilled at learning online. With that said, an overwhelming majority of students still meet with their tutors in-person, with only 26% opting for virtual sessions. In today’s blog post, we will look […]
As evidenced by you reading this blog post, you are likely asking yourself: Should I screen my child for dyslexia? You also may be wondering: Don’t they do testing at school? Isn’t that enough? What will a dyslexia screener provide me that those tests haven’t already? Two things worth noting before we get started: In […]
It should come as no surprise that the cost Orton-Gillingham tutoring, like practically everything else, has increased over the last several years. In this blog post, we will look at what Orton-Gillingham is, the average costs, and the influencing factors on the cost of tutoring. What is Orton-Gillingham Tutoring? In short: The Orton-Gillingham approach is […]
Educational assessments should be both accessible and affordable. Parents should be able to know where their children are academically, but they rarely do. Many schools fail at helping parents understand their child’s academic strengths and weaknesses. After taking tests, the results either aren’t shared or aren’t accessible for months, leaving parents clueless as to how […]
While there are many reasons why you may choose to pursue further testing for your student, here are 4 reasons to get an educational assessment. 1. Educational Assessments Help Identify a Student’s Strengths Tests don’t have to be a living nightmare for students. While tests provide students, parents, and teachers with valuable information about their current […]
