Last year the Los Angeles Unified School District commissioned a study to determine any correlation between high school athletics, student attendance and grades.  The study examines a pool of 35,000 Los Angeles student athletes and compares them to their non-athlete peers.  The differences are remarkable. Students athletes attended an average of 21 more days of school each year and maintained grades from .55 to .74 higher than than students not involved in athletics.  These grades are based upon the district’s 4.0 scale, so the differences are significant.

While the LAUSD study cannot isolate specific causes for the correlation, there are a number of factors that certainly contribute.  School sports involve a level of discipline and commitment that serve to create a ripple effect throughout the student’s other pursuits.  A child who is willing to put in the extra effort in sports will likely do the same in their school work as well.  And sports offer a tangible sense of accomplishment as well.  Hard work and practice frequently translate into winning and rewards.  A child who learns to link hard work with accomplishment and rewards will find themselves much better positioned to excel at virtually every area of their lives.

It’s important to note that the same discipline that propels a successful athlete will also be found in most successful students.  So it may be equally true that a student with strong academic skills will perform better in sports.  In this respect the study could be viewed in reverse:  Great students have the skills and discipline necessary to succeed in sports as well.  But regardless of the relationship, both academic and athletic pursuits bring different benefits to the student.  Both pursuits will serve to mature your child and develop discipline.

With the approaching end of the school year, it’s important to keep your child academically sharp over the summer. We offer a number of ACT/SAT tutoring courses that are a great summer alternative.  Our tutoring will help keep your child’s mind sharp over the summer, and prepare them for the ACT/SAT tests as well.  Summer as a time to build confidence and increase chances for success.  Students often lose a majority of what they learned during the school year while they enjoy carefree fun in the summer months.  Tutoring helps them to retain information while learning new skills their classmates simply will not have!

Be sure to look for our booth at this year’s Ranchofest on the weekend of June 8th and 9th.  We’ll be there with some great prizes and candy.  We may even offer some tutoring, so be sure to look for our booth.  There will be live music, lots of local performers, and a great variety of yummy food booths.

At Academic Learning Labs we work with families throughout Orange County to help their children develop  the habits that serve to propel them to success both in their school work and athletic activities.  We specialize in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel from their earliest learning through high school and college as well. Please give us a call at 949-546-0800 for more information.

It may take a bit of doing, but one vital element to a successful learning environment is removing distractions.  When you take a close look at your child’s life, you’ll quickly find this will not be an easy task.  Many children have cell phones.  Some have a TV in their room.  They have hand-held games as well as those attached to the television.  Combine these with stereos, social networking sites, school activities, and time with friends, and it’s a wonder your child has time for anything else.  You may encounter some push back from your child, but it’s essential that you create a protected time and place for them to do their homework.

Some children will work best in a common area of the house like the dining room table.  Others will work better in a quiet room away from all distractions.  You’ll need to gauge your child’s reactions to make the best choice.  But whichever you choose, it’s important to help your child with some additional structure as well.  Many children do well with goal-oriented drivers like delaying time on the computer or in front of the TV until their homework is completed.

One additional element that can provide significant help is with tutoring designed to help your child maximize their homework time.  At Academic Learning Labs we have a specific course of tutoring that will equip your child to become better organized and more independent.  We work in partnership with you to help maximize your child’s potential.  As your child improves their study habits with fewer distractions, you’ll begin to see better grades and an improved attitude.  We offer flexible tutoring times and will work.  Our goals match yours, and together we’ll help your child realize the fun and rewards of mastering their school work.

And with the approaching end of the school year, it’s important to keep your child academically sharp over the summer. We offer a number of ACT/SAT tutoring courses that are a great summer alternative.  Our tutoring will help keep your child’s mind sharp over the summer, and prepare them for the ACT/SAT tests as well.  Summer as a time to build confidence and increase chances for success.  Students often lose a majority of what they learned during the school year while they enjoy carefree fun in the summer months.  Tutoring helps them to retain information while learning new skills their classmates simply will not have!

Be sure to look for our booth at this year’s Ranchofest on the weekend of June 8th and 9th.  We’ll be there with some great prizes and candy.  We may even offer some tutoring, so be sure to look for our booth.  There will be live music, lots of local performers, and a great variety of yummy food booths.

At Academic Learning Labs we offer individual tutoring for children of all ages and skill levels.  We specialize in helping Orange County students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel from their earliest learning through high school and college as well. Please give us a call at 949-546-0800 for more information.

In the face of these obstacles, many families are taking greater control of their child’s academic pursuits.  This is a smart move, and will have a significant impact on their child’s future.   Children who have tested into Advanced Placement courses can benefit greatly from the additional attention provided by tutoring.  While public schools will need to increasingly teach to the “center” of the class, a good tutoring course will allow exceptional children to break out and explore their unique talents.  There’s a danger with exceptional children who are unable to find a sufficient outlet to utilize their capabilities.  They are prone to actually doing worse in school than their more average peers.  For this reason, it can make a dramatic difference to step in with targeted tutoring to challenge your child.

Families once facing the frustration of their child’s unfulfilled potential will find our tutoring to be a key that unlocks the door to that potential.  And since we create a personalized curriculum that will maximize your child’s learning, you’ll soon find your child’s attitude will improve.  A brighter outlook will necessarily improve virtually all areas of their lives both on and off campus.  And as a parent, you’ll have the satisfaction of watching your child grow in new ways.  We’ll also work with your child to prepare them for college testing as well.

With summer on the horizon, it’s wise to start planning for upcoming SAT/ACT tests.  Taking advantage of our summer SAT/ACT tutoring can provide multiple benefits.  Numerous studies show that students who completely ignore their studies for the entire summer will start out in the fall at a deficit.  And with pending tests, you can resolve this issue and help your child prepare to do their best on the SAT/ACT tests.

Be sure to mark your calendars for Ranchofest 2013 the weekend of June 8th and 9th.  We’re expecting a huge turnout.  Academic Learning Labs will have a booth there, and we’ll be giving out prizes, candy, and maybe even some free tutoring!  Be sure to look for our booth.

We are one of Orange County’s leading tutoring services.  We specialize in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel from their earliest learning through high school and college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on any of our learning programs from Pre-K through college preparation tutoring.

One of the biggest challenges often arises when older students begin to embark on advanced coursework.  Even college-educated moms and dads often find themselves struggling with math that is more sophisticated than anything they faced in their undergraduate work.  And many exceptional high schoolers are capable of learning these things, but they need a teacher who knows the subject well.  Similarly, many children display other gifts in areas such as writing that are best encouraged with much more sophisticated teaching than some parents may be able to offer.

These examples are just a couple of the reasons why it can be greatly beneficial to incorporate a tutor into your homeschool plans.  It can create a wonderfully complimentary dynamic for both the parents and children.  At Academic Learning Labs we’re able to work with virtually any curriculum you may be using, and offer your child the exact type of experience you want from homeschooling.   Our coursework is tailored to meet your child’s specific needs and goals.  We can help maximize the benefit of your homeschooling experience by equipping your child to better work within the unique framework of a homeschool environment.  And since we work at your specific direction, you can rest assured that we are part of your team working toward the same goals, without injecting any different worldview or agenda contrary to yours.  We want to see your child excel in their learning and expand their ability to learn.  Please call us at 949-546-0800 for more information on how our family of tutors can help your family better educate your child.

Academic Learning Labs is Orange County’s premier tutoring service specializing in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel in high school and succeed incollege as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on our college preparation tutoring.

Our Study Skills tutoring series is designed to help both these students as well as those with real struggles.   Here’s an overview of the skills we’ll help your child develop: 

Organization
With increasing amounts of homework, good organizational skills become more important than ever.  We find that many students struggle with organizing their workload efficiently and their grades suffer for it.  We’ll help your child develop a simplified workflow that will help them complete their homework more quickly. 

Time Management 
Every parent has dealt with their child’s excuses and pleas to delay working on their homework.  But teaching your child simple guidelines for scheduling and avoiding distractions can help improve their overall school performance.

Note Taking 
We’ll help your child develop better listening skills, so they can keep notes that will equip them to improve both their retention and study skills.

Studying and Test Taking
We’ll help your child gear their note taking toward better test results.  We’ll also give helpful training to equip your child to compete tests better, and with less stress.

As your child’s study skills improve, you’ll also see an improvement in their performance across all their academic subjects.  And students who approach testing with greater confidence are better able to translate their learning into improved grades.

We are one of Orange County’s leading tutoring services.  We specialize in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  We’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel from their earliest learning through high school and college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on any of our learning programs from Pre-K through college preparation tutoring.

Middle school is a transitional time for children.  They’re starting to mature.  Last year they may have been playing on swings, but this year they’re enrolled in gym class and running track.  During this time children may both begin to demonstrate greater skills, and also reveal areas that challenge them.  The topics in school reach new levels of sophistication, and some children who previously breezed through their subjects may find difficulty keeping up.

Middle school is a very important time for your child academically for a number of reasons.  If you work to help your child excel across all their academics in middle school, you will position them to arrive in high school with momentum that can help carry them successfully through their high school years.  And their performance in high school will have a significant impact on the choices available to them as they reach college.  In many ways, high school is the proving ground for much of their future academic success.

For this reason, it’s wise to prepare your child before they reach high school.  None of us would think of having our child compete in a sport without first practicing and honing their skills, but we often allow them to arrive in high school without taking a serious inventory of their skills.  And many parents may see signs of some struggles, but wait until the struggles deepen in high school.  These children would be much better off arriving in high school having faced their academic difficulties, and prepared to excel in these subjects at high school.

Each child is different, and we take the time with each of our students to craft a tutoring plan specifically designed to help them overcome their difficulties and excel in their strengths.  We approach our tutoring in a global sense, recognizing that a well-rounded approach will have the best results in the long term for your child.

Academic Learning Labs is Orange County’s premier tutoring service specializing in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel in high school and succeed in college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on our college preparation tutoring.

There are so many reasons why homework can become a struggle.  At home you’re facing more than the just the academic element.  You’ve got family dynamics and other pressures at work as well.  Your child’s homework struggle could be caused by emotions ranging from disappointment that you wouldn’t let them get a new puppy to shame over their inability to grasp new concepts at school.  Sometimes homework problems mask a larger problem like poor reading skills.  This is one reason why our homework tutoring can be such a success.

With Academic Learning Labs, we step in and build a friendly working relationship with your child that targets their specific area of struggle.  All the other family dynamics are absent in our relationship with your child, and it’s a very liberating experience for them.  We take the time to get to know your child and develop a plan of action based upon their specific needs.  Some children need to become more organized.  Others struggle to keep up with specific subjects.  Some need to improve basic skills like reading and writing as a way to better improve their overall school performance.  Whatever your child’s specific needs are, we’ll develop a personalize plan to work through it.

Our tutoring is extremely flexible, and we’re mindful of your busy schedule.  We offer our tutoring at convenient times including evenings and weekends. We offer exclusively one-on-one tutoring, and we create an encouraging environment designed to help them overcome their struggles while mastering their schoolwork.  We’ll step in and work with you on their specific homework assignments to make sure our tutoring has the maximum benefit.

Please take a moment and look over our  homework tutoring information on this page.  We are conveniently located in Rancho Santa Margarita, and we tutor students throughout Orange County.  Academic Learning Labs is Orange County’s premier tutoring service specializing in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  We’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel in high school and succeed in college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on our range of tutoring services.

The reasons behind this are easy to understand.  Over the past decade the applications to colleges have steadily increased.  There’s real competition for placement at the nation’s top colleges and universities.  Money always helps to get into a good college, but it may not be the most important factor.  The competition can be tipped in the favor of applicants that come in with the  best SAT or ACT scores.

Fortunately, students can take the tests multiple times, and most colleges accept an applicant’s highest score among the series of tests.  This benefits the students by allowing them to retry difficult areas, and colleges benefit from it by getting to tout the aggregate scores as indicative of a higher quality pool of applicants.

At Academic Learning Labs, we have tutoring programs with flexibility to meet the needs of your child.  We’ve helped students throughout Orange County improve their test scores and better compete for college placement.  We have convenient SAT and ACT tutoring classes available at our Rancho Santa Margarita offices to work around your schedule.

We are one of Orange County’s leading tutoring services.  We specialize in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  We’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel from their earliest learning through high school and college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on any of our learning programs from Pre-K through college preparation tutoring.

But we’re increasingly seeing people approach us with the desire to equip their young children for the academic rigors ahead.  It’s a good idea.  There’s no better feeling as a parent than finding a way to give your child an advantage in life.  With our early learning tutoring, we can help children get excited about the learning process before their formal education even begins.   We’ve developed a course of tutoring for young learners that feels like fun and games to them, but actually sparks their learning and comprehension.  The result is truly amazing.

A number of states have taken a close look at early learning and found the type of results you’d expect. Children who participate in Pre-K learning programs typically have a life-long advantage over children who do not. They get better grades throughout their academic careers.  Most children learn more quickly and retain  knowledge better when they are given the advantage offered through early learning.  These skills result in better test scores across the spectrum of academic subjects.  And better test scores open more doors.

Read more about our Pre-K tutoring on this page.  We help foster a love for learning with a customized reading program for your child.

We are one of Orange County’s leading tutoring services.  We specialize in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel from their earliest learning through high school and college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on any of our learning programs from Pre-K through college preparation tutoring.

For children struggling with keeping up at school, tutoring provides significant help that will show results in virtually all of their academic pursuits.  There are a number of dynamics at work with good tutoring that combine to produce results.  These benefits may start with better grades at  school, but extend also to increased self-esteem, better peer relationships, and a better home life.

One of the most significant advantages of tutoring is found in the relationship between your child and the tutor.  It’s frequently difficult for parents to offer significant help to a struggling child, because the scope of your relationships can actually serve to hinder the effectiveness.  An Academic Learning Labs tutoring relationship will be targeted to help your child overcome obstacles in specific areas of study and study habits.  Parents simply do not have that type of relationship.  You’re the one who chides them to clean their room, wash the dishes, and occasionally deny them the use of the car.  These elements are naturally part of your relationship, but they complicate the effectiveness of your schoolwork interactions.  And in a classroom setting, a teacher has dozens of other students competing for attention, so the specific needs of any individual frequently are sidelined in favor of teaching to the middle.

When your child works with one of our tutors, none of these issues cloud the task.  Many children quickly become enthusiastic about their tutoring sessions for these very reasons.  They are learning to overcome obstacles at school with someone who is sympathetic and dedicated to their success — without broader concerns that may be present at home or school.

But tutoring is also vital for children on the other end of the spectrum.  Many children display superior talents in areas that quickly propel them to levels that are beyond the scope of a typical classroom and may quickly exceed their parents’ abilities.  These children can benefit greatly from targeted tutoring that will feed their talents and equip them to excel.  They are no longer bound by the limitations of a classroom setting that is incapable of meeting their specific needs.  We will provide tutoring that unleashes your child’s abilities giving them the challenge and satisfaction they are unable to find in school.

At Academic Learning Labs we have flexible tutoring plans designed to meet both your budget and schedule.  We are one of Orange County’s leading tutoring services.  We specialize in helping students reach their academic goals through math tutoring, science tutoring, and SAT/ACT Prep programs.  Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, we’re dedicated to helping your child fulfill their potential and partnering with you to propel them to success.  We have proven tutoring programs that will equip your child to excel in high school and succeed in college as well.  Call us at 949-546-0800 for details on our college preparation tutoring.