Comments (0) Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is pleased to announce the addition of several new tutors, instructors, and interpreter/translators. New hires include: Marian Seidman, Kate Fultz, Karen Dresch, Patrick Sutton , Jennifer Willis, Lynn Garafola, and Margie Speer.
For more information, please visit www.backtobasicslearning.com
The Delaware Business Ledger recently ran the following article about Beverly Stewart of Back to Basics and her recent inclusion in the Hall of Fame of delaware Women. A brief excerpt follows.
“Beverly Stewart, a Delaware-based educational entrepreneur and founder of Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc., was recently welcomed into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women.
Stewart is the President and Director of Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1985, Stewart began her business as its sole employee. Now, over 24 years later, her firm employs over 90 professional, degreed tutors, offers 60+ subjects for children and adults, and has served the varied educational needs of approximately 11,500 students in the tri-state area.”
To read the article in its entirety, please visit the Delaware Business Ledger.
Susan Said What?! www.susansaidwhat.wordpress.com is a lifestyle blog created by Delaware-based freelance writer Susan McNeill. Recently, Susan enrolled her son at Back to Basics for test taking preparation. She recounted her experience on the blog, an excerpt of which follows.
“It’s hard for me to believe, but my son Matt will be entering high school in the fall. In Delaware, the choice-magnet-charter-private school competition is nothing short of fierce. He’s extremely bright and has top grades, so initially we weren’t concerned. He took the placement test for the Charter School of Wilmington (the state’s top academic public school) along with 800 other students for a chance at 225 freshman slots. When he didn’t make the 1st cut and was assigned to “interview status,” we were understandably worried (although after his interview he was accepted).
For his next placement test we targeted prestigious private prep school Archmere Academy (Vice President Joe Biden is an alum). This time we decided to take no chances – so we looked for some testing taking / test prep help, so that that he could do his best. Enter Back to Basics Learning Dynamics.
If you aren’t from Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania or New Jersey, you’re probably not yet familiar with this firm. Back to Basics is the area’s undisputed leader in one-on-one tutoring, homeschooling, testing like SAT prep and ESL instruction. For over 24 years Back to Basics has served the varied educational needs of over 11,500 children and adult students!
Matt was paired with an exceptional tutor who proved to be the perfect match — both in teaching style and personality. Sessions on test taking, timing, eliminating answers on multiple choice questions, and many, many practice tests later, we thought Matt was ready.
He took the placement test last week. Not only did he score well, he scored so well that he was eligible for several thousand dollars academic scholarship money. Not too shabby!
I can’t thank Back to Basics enough! Many of the firm’s policies and procures differentiate it from a Sylvan of Huntington – or really any of the big chain services you may see advertised. Although Back to Basics is small in comparison (just under 100 tutors) their careful matching of a student and tutor make a student’s success much, much more likely. In fact, Matt has made such dramatic strides in such a short time, that I think we will be continuing with weekly sessions to get him ready for the more challenging academics he’ll face in September.
If you want to learn more, you can visit them at www.backtobasicslearning.com. You’ll be glad you did!”
This excerpt was reprinted with permission by Susan McNeill, www.susansaidwhat.wordpress.com. For more information, please visit www.backtobasicslearning.com or call 302-594-0754.
STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOPS
Learn time management, goal setting, learning styles, organization, note taking, outlining, reading for meaning, memory techniques, test-taking strategies, and test preparation. This small group workshop helps students study efficiently and effectively during the school year.
August 16-August 27, 2010
Mon-Fri, 1.5 hrs/day
Morning and evening classes offered
$375.00
For more information visit www.backtobasicslearning.com or call 302-594-0754.
Back to Basics Learning Dynamics will open at 10:30 today due to the snow. For more information, please visit www.backtobasicslearning.com or call the office at 302-594.0754.
Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc., the Delaware-Pennsylvania-Maryland region’s largest independently operated tutoring and instruction facility, has been named #9 in the annual Book of Lists, Women-Owned Businesses category. The annual publication is compiled by the Delaware Business Ledger. The “Book of Lists” highlights the largest and most successful businesses, non-profits, and educational institutions in the state of Delaware.
For more information, please visit www.backtobasicslearning.com or call 302-594-0754.
Homework can be one of, if not the, biggest after school battle. But it shouldn’t be. Help your child take responsibility for his/her own assignments. Here’s how.
These tips and the others listed in the full article, accessed via the link below, will help your child take control and successfully manage his/her homework load. A great homework tool for help and some fun, reinforcing activities is www.infoplease.com
The acceptance letters for colleges are arriving and a decision may or may not have been made on attendance. But now what? There are several things that need to be done at this point, some by the student, some by parents. Many are a joint effort.
1. Complete a FAFSA- All financial aid, including grants, student loans and even work-study opportunities stem from this form. You can select as many as 10 schools to receive and many schools like to receive this information by March 15th.
2. Apply for scholarships- This is largely a student responsibility as many ask for essays or personal statements. However, some of those based on financial need as well as academic merit may ask for parent tax forms, etc.
3. Commitment and Housing-If the student has made a decision on attendance and will be living on campus, be aware of deadlines for submitting deposits to secure registration and a room on campus.
Although senior graduation isn’t far off, much of this year is consumed with getting ready for the road ahead. With careful planning, it can be a relatively smooth trip.
If your child attends a Delaware public school or parochial elementary school, chances are that annual testing is right around the corner. DSTP and Terranova standardized tests are often administered in March of each year. For some, the thought of these types of tests can raise feelings of anxiety, apprehension and fear. Here are some suggestions for putting these concerns at bay and raising confidence and self-esteem instead.
Ask for Relaxation Tips-If your child gets anxious about testing, ask the teacher for some relaxation tips.
Assure Student is in School-Don’t plan doctor or other appointments during the test dates unless it’s an emergency. This avoids stretching out the testing over a longer period of time and disrupting your child’s post-test school routine.
Encourage Your Child to Listen- Instruct your child to listen very carefully during the administering of the test, especially to the directions given for each section.
Rest and Breakfast- Be sure your child gets sufficient rest leading up to and during the testing dates. Allow time for a healthy, not sugary breakfast in the morning. It re- fuels the brain and “breaks the fast” of not eating overnight.
Do His/Her Best-Tell your child to just do the best he/she can.
If you want to help your child accomplish this goal and relieve much of the stress and anxiety that accompanies standardized testing, call us at Back to Basics. We can prepare your child for testing by teaching and reinforcing subject matter and test-taking strategies, as well as build self-esteem and confidence. Your child will be ready and relaxed when he/she walks into the classroom with #2 pencils in hand!
For more information, please visit www.backtobasicslearning.com.
Help Haiti Fundraiser Event
Bella Vita Ballroom at Cavalier Country Club
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Come join us for our first fundraising networking event of the year to be held at this fabulous New Castle County Chamber of Commerce member location. We will enjoy delicious authentic Haitian hors d’oeuvres including fried pulled pork and cash bar in the newly renovated Bella Vita ballroom with beautiful views of the golf course.
Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar followed by program. We will be hearing from Stefania Panza, owner of Soffritto’s Italian Grill and DRA Board of Director, on “Building Your Success as We Build Hope.” Next, newly appointed to the DE Women’s Hall of Fame and NCCCC Board member, Beverly Stewart, Owner of Back to Basics, will speak to us briefly on how we ALL need to get Back to Basics in this troubling economy. A d last but not least we will hear words of wisdom from author and speaker, also NCCCC Board of Director, Darnyelle Jervey, owner of Incredible One Enterprises! So come join us for yet another fun event that will include great food, great company…and the best NETWORKING around.
Through The American Red Cross, 100% of the proceeds go to help the Haiti victims!
Sponsored by Stefania and Giovanni Panza of Soffritto’s Italian Grill!
Wednesday, March 24 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Bella Vita Ballroom at the Cavalier Country Club
100 Addison Drive
Newark, DE 19702
Members $30, Non-members $50
(only $25 and $45 if pre-paid online)
Panorama theme by Themocracy
