Kristen Harper

Preventing Procrastination

Many students procrastinate on their work or feel that they no longer want to do it. There could be several reasons why this happens, including distractions, lack of motivation, or feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork. It could also be due to lack of mass or going past misunderstood words. It’s extremely important that they clear up any misunderstandings and restudy from that point on. Not doing so will lead to a chain of confusion and could result in your child not wanting to study at all.

Another reason students may procrastinate is because they feel stressed or unsure about how to begin an assignment. However, waiting until the last minute can lead to more stress and lower-quality work. Starting an assignment early, even by working on it for a few minutes, can make it easier to finish. Time management helps students feel less stressed and can improve their performance in school. 

Students may also spend time on social media instead of doing their work. It’s important to limit distractions and separate them from devices so they don’t feel any temptation to use them.

If there’s confusion about how to begin a specific assignment, writing down ideas makes it easier to sort through. Break up the work into daily goals by creating a realistic schedule. If they focus on one aspect of the project at a time, they’ll find that it will all come together as long as the effort is put in.

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The Importance of Reading

Reading is one of the most valuable habits a person can develop. In addition to gaining knowledge, it is also a powerful tool for improving imagination, concentration, and critical thinking. Whether we read books, magazines, or online articles, reading helps us to better understand ourselves and the world around us.

As you develop the ability to read, you become better at expressing your thoughts clearly, both in speaking and writing. For students especially, reading will improve academic performance and make learning easier. By making reading a regular part of our lives, we continue to learn and grow. Regular reading exposes us to new vocabulary, different writing styles, and experiences, making it one of the most important skills someone can have.

If you or your child need help with reading, call us at 727-441-4444.

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The Importance of Volunteering

Volunteering holds great importance in improving the functionality and overall well-being of CLC. There are many different roles you could play in volunteering at our center. One of those would be helping in the Free Group Tutoring program. This incredible program allows elementary-aged kids to get extra help in math and reading. Other volunteer roles include distributing promo, helping with estates work, cleaning around the center, and participating in fundraisers and events. Even small acts of service can have a meaningful impact on people who need support. 

For high schoolers looking to obtain a Bright Futures Scholarship, 100 hours of volunteer service, paid work, or a combination of both are required to qualify. If you’re interested in volunteering, please call us at 727-441-4444.

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Tutoring Success! Yes, we also tutor Russian!

“I’m really happy to say that my daughter, L., is enjoying her Russian lessons with Ms. Tatiana (CLC Tutor). She likes how she’s getting tutored on the material and Ms. Tatiana focuses on what L. wants to learn: making sentences, understanding the definitions of words, learning how certain words are used, and recognizing certain phrases that are spoken. These are all part of the final result L. wants to reach when going to see her grandparents in NY who speak Russian. To be able to have a conversation with them and read whatever Russian sentences they write out to her. I appreciate Ms. Tatiana’s patience and her interest and care to have L. learn well. She is a great teacher in this tutoring program.” –A.M. (Mom of an 8th grade student)

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STUDENT SUCCESS!

“I love it (Free Group Tutoring) because it helps me improve on my studies and we study in a fun way. Like when you participate, you get a snack and a prize. I highly recommend it because it will help you improve and it is so cool because I love free tutoring! It helps you on anything you want.

“Also, I recommend the school. You go at your own pace and the teachers are really nice, so yeah.” – I. (CLC Academy and Tutoring Student)

“I love it (Free Group Tutoring) because it helps me improve on my studies and we study in a fun way. Like when you participate, you get a snack and a prize. I highly recommend it because it will help you improve and it is so cool because I love free tutoring! It helps you on anything you want.

“Also, I recommend the school. You go at your own pace and the teachers are really nice, so yeah.” – I. (CLC Academy and Tutoring Student)

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Dive Into Geography

Geography is far more than maps and capitals—it’s the foundation of understanding how the world works. From shaping cultures to influencing economies, geography helps us make sense of our surroundings, our history, and even our future. It encourages us to ask why things are where they are, how places are connected, and what might happen if something changes. Geography builds critical thinking. Other than a globe or map on a wall to help you learn, interactive websites with things like “pin the place” games are a fun way to explore continents, oceans, and countries. You can also watch geography or travel YouTube channels (National Geographic Kids is great). Remember to encourage curiosity about the world around you.

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