03-29-2013 | What's the Difference: ACT vs SAT
Planning to take the ACT and/or SAT soon. Be prepared for these two high stakes tests by understanding their key characteristics and differences.
ACT ...read more
03-11-2013 | Energized, Organized, and Grounded
We have profiled several of our geniuStyles on our blog. This week, the sixth in our geniuStyle series, we examine Plato learners.
Plato learners are energetic, grounded, and organized. ...read more
02-07-2013 | Genius Training
Genius Training Summer Camp
A study skills camp including time management, note taking, and organization.
Professional Athletes don’t just train harder, they train smarter. Think ...read more
01-30-2013 | Unleash the Creative Beast
Unleash the Creative Beast: This 8-hour camp draws primarily from the ground breaking work of Michael Michalko’s Thinkertoys: A Handbook of ...read more
01-21-2013 | The Spontaneous Visionary
In the last several weeks on our blog, we have profiled several of our geniuStyles: Monet, Rembrandt, Da Vinci, and, most recently, Aristotle. Recall that Aristotle learners, who we profiled last ...read more
01-14-2013 | Planning Your Work and Working Your Plan
Think back to when you were a student. Did you enjoy going to school, or was it something you dreaded? Did you ever find yourself struggling to stay awake during a boring lecture, or ...read more
12-16-2012 | The Natural Leader
We all have our strengths and areas in which we naturally excel. As Albert Einstein once famously observed, “Everybody is a genius”. At Appleton, we recognize this fact, and ...read more
12-01-2012 | Online Homework Help How To
It's here! Online homework help at Appleton. You are just a mouse click away from completing homework faster! Reclaim the kitchen table and let Appleton handle the homework. All Appleton ...read more
11-26-2012 | 20 school days left until the holiday break! Stay focused.
Most students only have 20 school days left until the holiday break. Make the most of those 20 days and your break with these tips from our Academic Coaches.
JUNIORS – Every grade counts ...read more
11-20-2012 | Have high expectations? You're not alone.
Last week’s blog featured Monet. This week we’re highlighting self-sufficient, perfectionistic Rembrandts, which just so happens to be my geniuStyle. Do you keep a to-do list? ...read more
11-14-2012 | Love surprises and dislike sticking to routines? You're so Monet!
Happy Birthday, Genius! Claude Monet, the talented artist, was born on this day back in 1840. While Monet is best known for his detailed renderings of landscapes and waterfronts, his name also ...read more
07-03-2012 | Making the Most of Your GeniuStyle
By: Nick Wilbourn, Aristotle, Academic Coach
Think back to the last time you were a student and had to take a test. Do you recall that feeling of dread, staring at your textbook and ...read more
06-26-2012 | Tough Transition Part 3
Transitioning from 8th to 9th Grade.
Freshmen year of high school is one the most exciting transition years for students with the atmosphere, experiences and memories; yet, statistically ...read more
05-30-2012 | Tough Transition Part 2
Transitioning from 5th to 6th Grade.
Organization skills needed as students transition from 5th to 6th grade since they'll be managing class exchange, lockers and bigger projects. Dr. ...read more
05-17-2012 | Tough Transition Part 1
Transitioning from 2nd to 3rd Grade
By: Dr. Kathrynn Seidler Engberg, Picasso, Director of Education
The transition from 2nd to 3rd grade can be one of the biggest leaps you will see ...read more
05-09-2012 | Year End Chill Before Final Exams
By: Chris Sims, Aristotle, Test Prep Coach
As we get into May, the general level of anxiety among students increases. For some students, this anxiety builds for the end of semester ...read more
04-23-2012 | Discipline and Confidence Ignites Learning
By: Sonia Robinson, APR, Rembrandt
Just last week a colleague and I traveled to Atlanta to visit with our great friends from the Ron Clark Academy. We caught up with Rosalyn Merrick, ...read more
04-16-2012 | Cultivating Lifelong Learners
By: Nick Wilbourn, Aristotle, Academic Coach
With the end of the school year in sight, your students are probably getting excited about summer, that long-awaited seasonal break from school. ...read more
04-04-2012 | Academic Success
Meet Corban Swain. Appleton was recently introduced to Corban by ways of his scholarship application. After all, out of 86 applicants with score increases ranging from 3 - 8 points, Corban ...read more
04-03-2012 | The Future of Education
By Glenn Clayton, Picasso
“What does the future of education look like?” That was a question I was asked recently by a school board member. It is a topic I enjoy ...read more
03-28-2012 | ACT, SAT, College Admission…What to do?
By: AJ Henry, Monet, Appleton Test Prep Coach
Being the parent of a high school student is a difficult task in itself, but when you add the preparation of standardized testing and college ...read more
03-19-2012 | Reading for the 21st Century Child
By: Allison Daily, Picasso, Academic Coach
We all know the value of reading to or with our children. As parents, we’ve read all the articles, talked to all the teachers, and watched ...read more
03-12-2012 | Create Together Time
By: Laura Armstrong, Plato, Academic Coach
Spring Break is here for some and just around the corner for others. Take this time to get out of the house, recharge your battery and ...read more
03-05-2012 | Being Successful in the Home Stretch
By: Nick Wilbourn, Aristotle, Academic Coach
Think back to when you were in school. Do you remember eagerly waiting for summer break, watching the hours creep by in the classroom, waiting for ...read more
02-27-2012 | College Bound Finances
By Nancy Sessler, Locke
Vice President of Finance, Appleton Learning
Even though it’s the end of February, if your student is planning to attend college that transition will come ...read more
02-08-2012 | Meet Nick! Your Resident English & Humanities Expert!
The greatest athletes in the world still have a coach and most of them consistently work with trainers. They do this not because their skills are deficient, but because they want to ...read more
02-02-2012 | Appleton Committed To Hiring Veterans, Spouses and Wounded Warriors
by Alissa Ramsay, Plato
As a Marine Corps Brat and wife of a former Marine who has lived most of her life alongside some of the most honorable and courageous men and women, it gives me ...read more
01-25-2012 | Education Revolution: Q & A With Glenn Clayton
This is an exciting time at Appleton and for education reform! Many people have questions about Appleton’s growth in a down economy and our part in the education revolution. Over ...read more
01-18-2012 | 15 Business Lessons For Education
by Glenn Clayton, Picasso
Founder & CEO
I have spent the last seven years fully engaged in the business of educating people. I’ve worked with hundreds of public ...read more
01-03-2012 | ReTHINK Your Resolution
by Sonia Robinson, Rembrandt, Director of Marketing at Appleton Learning
Day three of the New Year! Have you already broken a resolution or did you even make a New Year’s ...read more
11-25-2011 | Learn Differently
Welcome to the “new Appleton.” We have spent many months preparing to unveil our new logo, website and so much more. Our new website has been live for over a month now and we continue ...read more
10-17-2011 | Mid-Semester Opportunities to Excel!
Report Cards and Progress Notes are often the first snap shot of a student’s performance for the semester. Teachers and Parents can work together to set the tone for goals and expectations ...read more
10-13-2011 | Giving Back through education support services
Earlier this week some members of the Appleton Learning team had the opportunity to meet a very special Appleton client. Many children face illnesses that compromise their immune system and demand ...read more
07-04-2011 | What Your Student can do NOW to prepare for College
It’s not just about SAT and ACT scores anymore. And, it’s not just for high school Juniors and Seniors. Preparing for college acceptance starts early. If you’re ...read more
06-06-2011 | If You Don’t Use It… You Lose It
Who hasn’t heard that old adage?
What applies to athletic, musical and artistic skills applies to academics as well. Now that our students have had a few weeks time since the ...read more
05-18-2011 | 3 Things to do Before your Academic Coaching Session
he opportunity for students to learn new skills and develop strong study habits begins long before each tutoring session begins. Appleton Learning Education Specialists Michele Kennedy and ...read more
05-08-2011 | 3 Tips for a Strong School Year Finish
Does your student have a countdown to the last day of school? It’s only natural for students to look forward to wrapping up another year at school and beginning their summer break. ...read more