Christine, Author at Strategies for Learning

Understanding and Overcoming Procrastination

Procrastination is a common problem- and not just for students, but for people in general. Procrastination can stem from a number of mental health or cognitive function deficits and can be overcome. Awareness of the problem and emotional regulation around task initiation are key elements in changing procrastination behaviors.

How to Protect Your Child with a Disability in California

Many parents and guardians are understandably worried about recent changes at the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR). But here is the most important thing to know: your child’s rights have not changed, and you still have meaningful options, especially in California.

How Parents Can Support Responsible AI Use for School

If students aren’t taught how to use AI responsibly for school, the cheating and shortcuts will still happen—just without any guidance or guardrails. Ignoring the issue doesn’t prevent misuse; it only removes the opportunity to teach better habits.

How to Help Students with Executive Functioning Struggles Succeed at Writing

Executive Functioning Skills and Writing

Executive Function (EF) is a term used to describe a collection of cognitive and behavioral tendencies that aid in planning, time management, organization, and other self-regulatory processes. Students with deficient executive function struggle with many
academic tasks. Executive Functioning deficits reveal themselves in lost assignments, scattered ideas, task avoidance, and cognitive or emotional overwhelm.

What Middle Schoolers Really Need in a Summer Writing Camp

Some students become so overwhelmed that they procrastinate, leaving assignments until the last minute and rushing to finish. Others feel embarrassed or discouraged when they compare themselves to peers who seem more confident. Over time, writing can begin to feel intimidating -even shame-inducing – rather than empowering. So what actually helps students grow into stronger writers? Clear, explicit instruction.

Is It Time for an Assessment? A Parent’s Guide to Making the Decision

This guide will help you think through whether a psychoeducational assessment might be a helpful next step for your child. We’ll explore the signs to watch for, questions to ask yourself, and how to move forward with confidence in whatever decision feels right for your family.

Summer 2026 at Strategies for Learning: Programs, Dates & Early Bird Deadlines

Best Academic Summer Camps in Oakland East Bay Area

Summer is one of the most opportune times to make meaningful academic progress. Below you’ll find everything in one place: program descriptions, key dates, early bird deadlines, and direct registration links.

Why Regular Progress Check-Ins With Your Child’s Educational Therapist Matter

progress check-ins with educational therapy

When your child is working with an Educational Therapist, you’re investing time, energy, and resources into their growth. One of the most powerful ways to protect that investment (and often accelerate progress) is by scheduling regular progress check-ins with your child’s clinician.

What is the Tests of Dyslexia (TOD)

The Tests of Dyslexia (TOD) is a comprehensive reading evaluation that helps families understand why an individual may be struggling—not only with reading, but with other learning challenges that often stem from underlying reading difficulties.

How to Address Siblings Who Have Different Learning Needs

Montessori’s work introduced both her educational methodology and the concept of sensitive periods—windows of development when children are especially receptive to learning certain skills. With a background in Early Childhood Education, Montessori education, and Educational Therapy, I hope to shed light on this topic and offer parents practical, actionable tools they can use to better support their children.