How will the Fall Unfold? [COVID Lockdown]
As we turn the corner of summer, there are still many unanswered questions about what the school experience will look like for everyone this fall. Districts and schools are laying out their plans, and, depending on grade level, institution, location, etc., fall plans can look quite different from one family to another. All plans are […]
The Transition Back to School after Summer Break [COVID]
Concerns about School Starting Many parents are concerned about what the transition back to school will look like this fall. Traditional summer break tends to come with a feeling that children have become “out of the academic game;” and ending the school year in quarantine has made many of us feel like the issue of […]
Why Are Transitions So Difficult?
“When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills.” –Chinese Proverb Everyone has the potential to struggle in some capacity when transitioning from the familiar to the unfamiliar. We experience big transitions, such as graduating from school into the workforce or moving from one location to another, as well as […]
Strategizing Holiday Gatherings in 2020 – What is the New Normal for Socializing?
Samantha Curiale-Feinman, MS.Ed., TSHH, Director Holiday Social Strategies Independence Day has traditionally been a holiday where people get together to appreciate barbecue, fireworks, and good company. After several months of quarantine and sheltering in place, many of us are looking forward to participating in activities this weekend that allow us to socialize reasonably and safely. […]
Making a Smooth Transition from High School to College
Samantha Curiale-Feinman, MS.Ed., TSHH, Director Casey Schmalacker, Operations Manager Transitions Change is not easy for many of us. We tend to like structure and routine because it is predictable and comfortable. Transitioning to new environments, routines, ways of life, etc., can make us feel uneasy and disoriented. Sometimes we see the need to transition coming […]
How to Make This Summer Count
This content has been reviewed and updated on May 28th, 2024. Summer vacation offers K–12 students a welcome break from school, giving them more time for friends and fun. However, the academic break can also present concerns, like the risk of the “summer slide,” in which kids lose the learning of the previous school year […]
Reclaiming and Sustaining Motivation
Samantha Curiale-Feinman, MS.Ed., TSHH, Director Motivation is essential for individual growth. When people set goals for themselves, it is our motivation that provides the determination to work towards accomplishing them. Motivation also works in the background to lead problem solving when things do not go as planned. Types of Motivation There are two main types […]
Recognizing Stress and Managing its Effects
Samantha Curiale-Feinman, MS.Ed., TSHH, Director Stress in our “New Normal” It is safe to assume that most of us understand our world has changed quite rapidly. Thus, in light of these current events, things may not go back to the way they were for some time and we may need to adjust to a new […]
Online Learning FAQs
Samantha Curiale-Feinman, Director, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about online learning. What do you see as the biggest differences in online vs. traditional learning? When it comes to the teaching and learning process, online learning requires different levels and modes of communication as compared to a traditional learning format. When students are […]
Social Distancing vs. Physical Distancing: Why The Words We Use Matter
Samantha Feinman, Director, New Frontiers Executive Function Coaching Kene Erike, Coach, New Frontiers Executive Function Coaching Humans are social creatures. We thrive on social contact and relish interaction with others. These interpersonal experiences provide context for who we are, where we are going, and where we fit in relation to the world around us. Even […]