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This month we are celebrating our Director of Training, Brad Olson, on 15 years with LearningRx in Savage!   Brad shares: “I so enjoy working with students—from school-age kids learning to read to adults needing to reclaim skills lost to injury or illness. It’s such an exciting process to be a part of, supporting students as they ...

As parents and educators, we all want our children to become confident, independent learners who can navigate their academic and personal lives with ease. One of the key components to achieving this goal is the development of strong executive functioning skills. These skills cover a broad range of abilities and are essential for success both ...

At LearningRx Staunton-Harrisonburg, we understand that getting your child ready to learn to read is crucial. Reading readiness encompasses the foundational abilities that children need to master before they can begin to read independently. And while many parents focus on learning the alphabet, there are other pre-reading skills that kids need to master in order ...

Transitions can be challenging for kids, especially those who struggle with change and unpredictability. Whether it’s moving from one activity to another, changing schools, or adjusting to new routines, these shifts can lead to anxiety, frustration, behavioral issues, and emotional outbursts. Helping kids who struggle with transitions should start with asking a question: WHY is ...

Math can be an agonizing topic of conversation for many students—and many parents, too. In fact, many Americans struggle with math skills even after school. If your learner is having a rough time, the first line of support most parents turn to is math tutoring. But how do you know if that’s the right type ...

As summer draws to a close, preparing your child for the new school year involves more than just buying school supplies and new clothes. Ensuring your child’s brain is ready to tackle the challenges ahead is equally important. Here are five essential tips to getting back-to-school ready: 1. Focus on Sleep Quality sleep is critical for ...

As summer draws to a close, preparing your child for the new school year involves more than just buying school supplies and new clothes. Ensuring your child’s brain is ready to tackle the challenges ahead is equally important. Here are five essential tips to help your child get their brain back-to-school ready: 1. Focus on ...

When your child is struggling to learn to read, you may get the advice to “just give it time—your child will read when he or she is ready.” However, this can be a dangerous pitfall for many individuals and families that leave kids to struggle longer than necessary. Rather than waiting for reading to click, ...

As summer wraps up and you start really thinking about your kids going back to school, it can be overwhelming to consider all the ways they need to be prepared for a new school year. While there are a lot of things you can do to set them up for a strong start, here are ...

Plenty of TV shows and movies have highlighted the social awkwardness that characterizes the transition to middle school. There’s a unique anxiety that comes from a perfect storm of first crushes, puberty, added academic responsibilities, and a constant pull toward independence.  So how can parents best support their recent elementary school graduates as they prepare ...