Learn about the latest news in education and tips to help your kids thrive in elementary school. Delivered to your inbox every Tuesday. Primary Focus was founded by Natalie Parmenter, a former kindergarten teacher to guide parents through elementary school. We provide information that is often common knowledge to teachers but is not widely known among parents. Primary Focus is dedicated to enlightening parents on all things elementary school so their children can thrive.
β I'm bad at math
"The things I was taught only took me so far, had to figure the rest out for myself"Deeper Well by Kacey Musgraves Hi Reader! I was inspired by a recent article by Gene Fashaw on EdSurge on using a growth mindset to help students with math. I connected with it because as a child I deeply believed I was naturally bad at math. It wasn't until I went to college to study education that I realized some misconceptions in elementary school prevented me from excelling in math. I don't want the next generation to internalize these beliefs! Boosting Math Confidence with a Growth Mindset π
Encouraging a growth mindset helps students see challenges as opportunities and builds their confidence over time! How do you use these techniques during homework time? What's New?ποΈ To all my preschool families: Thinking about kindergarten? π Our "Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten" course is up, and you can grab it at a special early bird price of $149! π Sign up to get all the tips and tricks to set your child up for a happy transition to kindergarten. ποΈ Last beach days: Last weekend I snuck off to the beach with some long time friends. My friend Jackie (hi!) even flew to South Carolina from Los Angeles for the weekend. It was great to soak up the last bits of summer. Things I Loveπͺ the fairest of them all: Mike and I are upgrading our powder room. We replaced the standard mirror with this gorgeous, gold arched mirror. We have the full length version in the living room as well to tie it in. I can't wait to see everything installed! π That's Grape!: For those of you with grape and cherry tomatoes lovers in your home, I have a great tool for you. This OXO Grape Cutter will half grapes safely and quickly. Awesome if you have toddlers or if you love throwing cherry tomatoes in recipes. π Cozy + Cute: I picked up this long sleeve henley style top last week and I might need to get it in every color. Cute, warm, a little bit stretchy I think I'll wear it a lot this fall! Be kind to yourself π |
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Learn about the latest news in education and tips to help your kids thrive in elementary school. Delivered to your inbox every Tuesday. Primary Focus was founded by Natalie Parmenter, a former kindergarten teacher to guide parents through elementary school. We provide information that is often common knowledge to teachers but is not widely known among parents. Primary Focus is dedicated to enlightening parents on all things elementary school so their children can thrive.
Hi Reader, πΊπΈ Nothing says The Fourth of July like the Supreme Court deciding all their cases before summer recess! This year there was a lot of discussion around education. I broke down 4 important cases so you can understand how this will impact your child in school. Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond (Religious Charter Schools) What happened?Oklahomaβs virtual charter board approved St. Isidore of Seville, a Catholic virtual school, to receive state funding: a first in...
"Wasting the day away..." Margaritaville by Jimmy Buffet π₯ New Dates! Come to the Kindergarten School Talk Workshop Mon July 14 or Weds July 16. Early Bird Discount Expires Monday! Code: EARLY10 Sign up here Hey Reader, Imagine your child ended third grade knowing all their times tables. They worked so hard and aced their multiplication quizzes each week. But then... when they return after summer break they are suddenly struggling in math. Their new fourth grade teacher sends home a note...
"Out for summer, out 'til fallWe might not come back at all" School's Out by Alice Cooper πππ My June workshop sold out! Thank you so much for buying tickets and spreading the word. I've added a second date Mon June 23. Get your tickets here- save $5 with code FRIENDS5EVER Hi Reader, The end of the school year is a big deal. It marks growth, effort, and a whole lot of learning (in and out of the classroom!). But letβs be honest: itβs also a really busy time. I'm sharing 5 simple, repeatable...