Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, discusses the stresses our children can be experiencing and gives 5 tips for achieving mindfulness in today’s difficult world. In this episode, you will learn: · What the 5 tips are for achieving mindfulness · How using your senses can help improve self care · How visualization can help achieve mindfulness · Why routine and organization are important · How “light bulb moments” are important for mindfulness · Why eating healthy is so important If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com, by calling 770-282-9931, or by visiting our website at dynamislearningacademy.com. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, discusses the stresses our children can be experiencing and gives 5 tips for achieving mindfulness in today’s difficult world. In this episode, you will learn: · What the 5 tips are for achieving mindfulness · How using your senses can help improve self care · How visualization can help achieve mindfulness · Why routine and organization are important · How “light bulb moments” are important for mindfulness · Why eating healthy is so important If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at <a href="mailto:Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com">Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com</a>, Bill at <a href="mailto:Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com">Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com</a>, by calling 770-282-9931, or by visiting our website at <a href="http://dynamislearningacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dynamislearningacademy.com</a>. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

5 Mindfulness Tips for Parents and Children

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Sarah and Rob Gardner, founders of Joovy, a toy and sporting goods company with products targeted to juveniles.  In this episode, you will learn: •	What the journey was for Rob and Sarah in starting their company •	What big event happened in 2016 and how this involved national parks across the USA •	Why going outside is so important for children and families •	How going outside supports both mental and physical health •	Why family time is so beneficial and how you can make time for it You can contact Sarah and Rob at joovy.com or on Instagram at @joovy. If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com, by calling 770-282-9931, or by visiting our website at dynamislearningacademy.com. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Sarah and Rob Gardner, founders of Joovy, a toy and sporting goods company with products targeted to juveniles.  In this episode, you will learn: •	What the journey was for Rob and Sarah in starting their company •	What big event happened in 2016 and how this involved national parks across the USA •	Why going outside is so important for children and families •	How going outside supports both mental and physical health •	Why family time is so beneficial and how you can make time for it You can contact Sarah and Rob at <a href="http://joovy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">joovy.com</a> or on Instagram at @joovy. If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com, by calling 770-282-9931, or by visiting our website at <a href="http://dynamislearningacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dynamislearningacademy.com</a>. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Family Time: Benefits of Being Outside

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Melissa Schwartz, co-founder of Leading Edge Parent, as they discuss highly sensitive kids and how this differs from sensory processing disorder.  In this episode, you will learn:  •	What Melissa’s journey involved and how it included highly sensitive kids •	How Melissa’s mom was an integral part of this journey •	What the meaning of a highly sensitive kid is and how does that differ from sensory processing disorder •	How the last 2 years has impacted highly sensitive kids •	How emotions are a crucial part of highly sensitive kids •	If there is a treatment or medication for kids who are highly sensitive  You may reach out to Melissa on her website, leadingedgeparenting.com.  If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com, by calling 770-282-9931, or by visiting our website at dynamislearningacademy.com.   Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Melissa Schwartz, co-founder of Leading Edge Parent, as they discuss highly sensitive kids and how this differs from sensory processing disorder. In this episode, you will learn: •	What Melissa’s journey involved and how it included highly sensitive kids •	How Melissa’s mom was an integral part of this journey •	What the meaning of a highly sensitive kid is and how does that differ from sensory processing disorder •	How the last 2 years has impacted highly sensitive kids •	How emotions are a crucial part of highly sensitive kids •	If there is a treatment or medication for kids who are highly sensitive You may reach out to Melissa on her website, <a href="http://leadingedgeparenting.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">leadingedgeparenting.com</a>. If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com, by calling 770-282-9931, or by visiting our website at <a href="http://dynamislearningacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dynamislearningacademy.com</a>. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Highly Sensitive Kids vs. Sensory Processing Disorder: What's the Difference?

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses 9 specific tips that parents can do to assist their children with homework hang-ups.   In this episode, you will learn:  •	Why homework can be an important factor in a child’s overall grade •	What parents can specifically do and when it is important to reach out to the teacher •	How to effectively use timers and stretch breaks •	How to build confidence •	What a homework hangout is •	Why knowing the laws are crucial when it comes to support you may have. •	The specific 9 tips to assist with homework hang-ups  If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com or by calling 770-282-9931.  Also, visit our website at dynamislearningacademy.com.    Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses 9 specific tips that parents can do to assist their children with homework hang-ups. In this episode, you will learn: •	Why homework can be an important factor in a child’s overall grade •	What parents can specifically do and when it is important to reach out to the teacher •	How to effectively use timers and stretch breaks •	How to build confidence •	What a homework hangout is •	Why knowing the laws are crucial when it comes to support you may have. •	The specific 9 tips to assist with homework hang-ups If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com or by calling 770-282-9931.  Also, visit our website at <a href="http://dynamislearningacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dynamislearningacademy.com</a>. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

9 Tips to Help Children Get Past Homework Hangups

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses writing strategies for elementary school students with Rachel Noel, a teacher with 10+ years of experience in early childhood education and a current tutor with Dynamis Learning Academy.     In this episode, you will learn:  •	Why Rachel became an elementary school teacher and tutor •	What she sees as her strengths when it comes to teaching •	What the main weaknesses are she sees today in a young student’s writing •	Why imagery in writing is so important •	The difference in looking at your writing as a reader versus as a writer •	How today’s emojis can assist with teaching writing  If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com or by calling 770-282-9931.   Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses writing strategies for elementary school students with Rachel Noel, a teacher with 10+ years of experience in early childhood education and a current tutor with Dynamis Learning Academy.   In this episode, you will learn: •	Why Rachel became an elementary school teacher and tutor •	What she sees as her strengths when it comes to teaching •	What the main weaknesses are she sees today in a young student’s writing •	Why imagery in writing is so important •	The difference in looking at your writing as a reader versus as a writer •	How today’s emojis can assist with teaching writing If you are interested in learning more about Dynamis Learning Academy, you can contact Helen at Helen@dynamislearningacademy.com, Bill at Bill@dynamislearningacademy.com or by calling 770-282-9931. Please make sure you subscribe to our podcasts so you can hear future episodes of Smart Parents Successful Students.  Finally, if you enjoyed today’s episode, we would appreciate your review on Spotify or wherever you are hearing this episode.  See you next time!

Writing Strategies for Elementary School Students

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet her tutors so that parents can hear strategies they use with their students.  On today’s episode, you will meet Bill McElhaney who joined Dynamis Learning Academy a year ago.  In this episode, you will learn:  •	Why Bill was interested and wanted to become a teacher/tutor •	What are Bill’s strengths as a teacher/tutor •	How do these strengths specifically help his students •	What Bill sees students struggling with today •	Why practice is important and how Dynamis Learning Academy can help

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet her tutors so that parents can hear strategies they use with their students.  On today’s episode, you will meet Bill McElhaney who joined Dynamis Learning Academy a year ago. In this episode, you will learn: •	Why Bill was interested and wanted to become a teacher/tutor •	What are Bill’s strengths as a teacher/tutor •	How do these strengths specifically help his students •	What Bill sees students struggling with today •	Why practice is important and how Dynamis Learning Academy can help

Smart Parents, Successful Students, Season 5, Episode 1

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses neurological and learning development issues with Dr. April Coleman, a Georgia Licensed psychologist.  Dr. Coleman specializes in clinical evaluations and determining a plan of action for your child.   In this episode, you will learn:  •	How Dr. Coleman started out in Child Protection Services and continued to advance her career •	When it’s important to seek out an evaluation and how to go about getting one •	How to get a plan of action from your psychologist •	What are signs of anxiety in your child  •	After you receive an evaluation, what are the steps parents need to do   Contact Dr. Coleman at www.georgiaautismcenter.com, via email at drapril@georgiaautismcenter.com, or on Instagram @DrACknowsbest.

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses neurological and learning development issues with Dr. April Coleman, a Georgia Licensed psychologist.  Dr. Coleman specializes in clinical evaluations and determining a plan of action for your child. In this episode, you will learn: •	How Dr. Coleman started out in Child Protection Services and continued to advance her career •	When it’s important to seek out an evaluation and how to go about getting one •	How to get a plan of action from your psychologist •	What are signs of anxiety in your child  •	After you receive an evaluation, what are the steps parents need to do Contact Dr. Coleman at <a href="http://www.georgiaautismcenter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.georgiaautismcenter.com</a>, via email at drapril@georgiaautismcenter.com, or on Instagram @DrACknowsbest.

Smart Parents, Successful Students, Season 5, Episode 5

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses the post pandemic gap in a child’s education that has occurred over the last two years and what can be done to address this “unfinished learning.”   In this episode, you will learn:  •	Why is the gap called unfinished learning •	Why children did not make the gains expected in the last two years •	How schools responded to this gap •	What parents can do to address the problems they are seeing •	Why addressing these issues are important to address early •	Three strategies to address the unfinished learning gap •	Why lifelong learning is SO important

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to listen as she discusses the post pandemic gap in a child’s education that has occurred over the last two years and what can be done to address this “unfinished learning.” In this episode, you will learn: •	Why is the gap called unfinished learning •	Why children did not make the gains expected in the last two years •	How schools responded to this gap •	What parents can do to address the problems they are seeing •	Why addressing these issues are important to address early •	Three strategies to address the unfinished learning gap •	Why lifelong learning is SO important

Smart Parents, Successful Students, Season 5, Episode 4

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Mary Bowen, an elementary school teacher and Dynamis tutor who specializes in reading strategies that can boost your child’s reading ability.  In this episode, you will learn:  •	How coaching soccer helped Mary become a teacher •	How Dynamis can help students even when English isn’t their first language •	What parents can do to ensure success with reading and how important it is to make reading fun •	Why attitude and routine are SO IMPORTANT at a younger age when developing reading and educational skills •	Why “I can’t” should never be an option

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Mary Bowen, an elementary school teacher and Dynamis tutor who specializes in reading strategies that can boost your child’s reading ability. In this episode, you will learn: •	How coaching soccer helped Mary become a teacher •	How Dynamis can help students even when English isn’t their first language •	What parents can do to ensure success with reading and how important it is to make reading fun •	Why attitude and routine are SO IMPORTANT at a younger age when developing reading and educational skills •	Why “I can’t” should never be an option

Smart Parents, Successful Students, Season 5, Episode 3

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Ekua Walker, creator of the podcast “Moms Changing the World” as she discusses what parents can do in today’s world to ensure the proper development of their children.     In this episode, you will learn:  •	How Ekua became a nurse practitioner and became an expert in the field of child development and health education •	What neurodiversity is •	What parents should do if they suspect their child has neurodiversity •	Why is it important NOT to work in silos •	What is the acronym BE CALM

Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Ekua Walker, creator of the podcast “Moms Changing the World” as she discusses what parents can do in today’s world to ensure the proper development of their children.   In this episode, you will learn: •	How Ekua became a nurse practitioner and became an expert in the field of child development and health education •	What neurodiversity is •	What parents should do if they suspect their child has neurodiversity •	Why is it important NOT to work in silos •	What is the acronym BE CALM

Smart Parents, Successful Students, Season 5, Episode 2

I believe in the importance of helping children reach their potential so they will become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with positive influence and impact in society. Hear from experts who can help give parents access to the best skills, strategies, tools and resources to help their children be successful and ultimately excel in the world.

Partnering with One Hope for Kids = Technology for Kids' Education  Elizabeth Peters is the founder of One Hope for Kidz, an organization whose goal is to ensure that every child has access to technology.  They believe in changing the lives of the youth by empowering and provisioning them with technological access.  One Hope for Kidz is a diverse group of people who believe that doing life together isn’t just a suggestion, but a necessity, as they inspire and educate the youth.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:  · Why it’s important to encourage girls to pursue a career in technology · How donated technology items can impact the lives of kids in other parts of the world · Ways to partner with One Hope for Kidz to support the education of needy children · What technology resources kids in other countries need and how to help · The significance of kids setting goals and writing them down · Which unwanted technology items can be donated to benefit children in need  Elizabeth can be reached at 615-689-3242 and at info@onehopeforkidz.org.  Visit her website at https://onehopeforkidz.org.  Find her on Facebook at onehopeforkidz and on Instagram at @onehopeforkidz and @elizabethpeters2008.  To learn more go to onehopeforkidz.org.

Partnering with One Hope for Kids = Technology for Kids' Education Elizabeth Peters is the founder of One Hope for Kidz, an organization whose goal is to ensure that every child has access to technology.  They believe in changing the lives of the youth by empowering and provisioning them with technological access.  One Hope for Kidz is a diverse group of people who believe that doing life together isn’t just a suggestion, but a necessity, as they inspire and educate the youth. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: · Why it’s important to encourage girls to pursue a career in technology · How donated technology items can impact the lives of kids in other parts of the world · Ways to partner with One Hope for Kidz to support the education of needy children · What technology resources kids in other countries need and how to help · The significance of kids setting goals and writing them down · Which unwanted technology items can be donated to benefit children in need Elizabeth can be reached at 615-689-3242 and at info@onehopeforkidz.org.  Visit her website at <a href="https://onehopeforkidz.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://onehopeforkidz.org</a>.  Find her on Facebook at onehopeforkidz and on Instagram at @onehopeforkidz and @elizabethpeters2008.  To learn more go to <a href="http://onehopeforkidz.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">onehopeforkidz.org</a>.

One Hope For Kidz

SAT &amp; ACT Prep = Well-Prepared Students  Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society.  Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:   Does a high GPA translate into high SAT and ACT scores If college admission counselors prefer one test over the other How the tests teens take at school differ from SAT and ACT tests The highest level of math students need going into the SAT and ACT Can the writing portion of the tests be the tipping point for college admission Do students who are not planning on going to college need to take the SAT or ACT   Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the SAT and ACT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/.

SAT &amp; ACT Prep = Well-Prepared Students Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society.  Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: <ul> <li>Does a high GPA translate into high SAT and ACT scores</li> <li>If college admission counselors prefer one test over the other</li> <li>How the tests teens take at school differ from SAT and ACT tests</li> <li>The highest level of math students need going into the SAT and ACT</li> <li>Can the writing portion of the tests be the tipping point for college admission</li> <li>Do students who are not planning on going to college need to take the SAT or ACT</li> </ul> Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the SAT and ACT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to <a href="https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/</a>.

7 Top Myths Surrounding the SAT & ACT

Early Financial Planning for College = Graduating Debt-Free  Elizabeth Rosner is a certified trainer for Martin Luther King's philosophy and methodology of nonviolence and the founder of Thriving with Dr. Roz, an organization whose mission is to guide young people in discovering their purpose and passions using Elizabeth’s proven blueprint GRIT.  The organization also teaches students to create wealth by graduating debt-free so that they can launch into their ideal career with financial freedom.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:  · How high schoolers can begin planning so that they graduate debt-free · The GRIT blueprint for a debt-free degree · Ways students can save money while in college · Types of financial aid available for college · When students need to start looking for scholarships, etc. to pay for college · The types of programs that repay student loans  Elizabeth can be reached at DrRoz@DrElizabethRosner.com or at 415-964-1199.  Find her on Patreon at www.patreon.com/debtfreedegree and on Facebook at debtfreedegreewithdrroz and DebtFreeDegreewithDrRoz.  Send an email to DrRoz@DrElizabethRosner.com with Smart Parents, Successful Students Podcast in the subject line to request a consultation.

Early Financial Planning for College = Graduating Debt-Free Elizabeth Rosner is a certified trainer for Martin Luther King's philosophy and methodology of nonviolence and the founder of Thriving with Dr. Roz, an organization whose mission is to guide young people in discovering their purpose and passions using Elizabeth’s proven blueprint GRIT.  The organization also teaches students to create wealth by graduating debt-free so that they can launch into their ideal career with financial freedom. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: · How high schoolers can begin planning so that they graduate debt-free · The GRIT blueprint for a debt-free degree · Ways students can save money while in college · Types of financial aid available for college · When students need to start looking for scholarships, etc. to pay for college · The types of programs that repay student loans Elizabeth can be reached at <a href="mailto:DrRoz@DrElizabethRosner.com">DrRoz@DrElizabethRosner.com</a> or at 415-964-1199.  Find her on Patreon at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/debtfreedegree" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/debtfreedegree</a> and on Facebook at debtfreedegreewithdrroz and DebtFreeDegreewithDrRoz.  Send an email to DrRoz@DrElizabethRosner.com with Smart Parents, Successful Students Podcast in the subject line to request a consultation.

Tips for Graduating Debt-Free from College

Nurtured Intuition = Independent Kids  Elly Molina is an international advisor to public figures, celebrities, and entrepreneurs.  She is the creator of the Psi-Kids Academy, a program that helps children and their parents unlock a child’s natural mind power and potential.  Elly hosts the weekly live podcast “Ask Elly” where she answers questions and shares her wisdom.  She is the author of the Amazon Best Seller “Children Who Know How to Know,” and she is currently working on a science fiction novel.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:  · Tips to help kids learn to live a more fulfilled life · Ways to empower children to become independent · Techniques to help kids take initiative · The role of self-awareness in parenting and how to develop it · Strategies to nurture kids’ intuition · Steps that parents and educators can take so that children will hear them  Elly can be reached at decodingdyslexiageorgia@gmail.com and www.psikidsacademy.com. Find her on Facebook at ellyjm, on Instagram @ellymolina1, and on YouTube at PsikidsAcademyAMagicalPlaceforKidsAdults.  Go to www.psikidsacademy.com to sign-up for the free 16-page brochure “The 6 Ways to Help Your Child Tap Their Inner Magic.”

Nurtured Intuition = Independent Kids Elly Molina is an international advisor to public figures, celebrities, and entrepreneurs.  She is the creator of the Psi-Kids Academy, a program that helps children and their parents unlock a child’s natural mind power and potential.  Elly hosts the weekly live podcast “Ask Elly” where she answers questions and shares her wisdom.  She is the author of the Amazon Best Seller “Children Who Know How to Know,” and she is currently working on a science fiction novel. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: · Tips to help kids learn to live a more fulfilled life · Ways to empower children to become independent · Techniques to help kids take initiative · The role of self-awareness in parenting and how to develop it · Strategies to nurture kids’ intuition · Steps that parents and educators can take so that children will hear them Elly can be reached at decodingdyslexiageorgia@gmail.com and <a href="http://www.psikidsacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.psikidsacademy.com</a>. Find her on Facebook at ellyjm, on Instagram @ellymolina1, and on YouTube at PsikidsAcademyAMagicalPlaceforKidsAdults.  Go to <a href="http://www.psikidsacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.psikidsacademy.com</a> to sign-up for the free 16-page brochure “The 6 Ways to Help Your Child Tap Their Inner Magic.”

Helping Your Children Obtain a More Fulfilled Life 

SAT &amp; ACT Tutoring = More Choices for Students  Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society.  Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:   The role of SAT and ACT scores in college admission and financial aid applications How tutoring gives students the edge they need when taking the SAT and ACT What the drawbacks are of studying for the SAT and ACT on your own The types of individualized support students receive when a tutor is brought on board Key strategies that students lack when studying for the SAT and ACT on their own The way that high SAT and ACT scores translate into more choices for teens   Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the SAT and ACT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/

SAT &amp; ACT Tutoring = More Choices for Students Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society.  Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: <ul> <li>The role of SAT and ACT scores in college admission and financial aid applications</li> <li>How tutoring gives students the edge they need when taking the SAT and ACT</li> <li>What the drawbacks are of studying for the SAT and ACT on your own</li> <li>The types of individualized support students receive when a tutor is brought on board</li> <li>Key strategies that students lack when studying for the SAT and ACT on their own</li> <li>The way that high SAT and ACT scores translate into more choices for teens</li> </ul> Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the SAT and ACT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to <a href="https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/</a>

7 Benefits of Being Tutored for the SAT & ACT

Strengthening the Parent's Role = Kids Who Thrive  Tina Engberg is currently the State Leader of Decoding Dyslexia Georgia (DDGA).  She is actively involved in the legislative side of the DDGA work and is currently working to ensure that the parent voice is heard as the elements of SB48 are implemented by the Department of Education and the State Board.  Tina has been actively involved in dyslexia advocacy since her son, a profound dyslexic who’s now in 10th grade, was diagnosed in kindergarten.  She is keenly interested in the science of reading, effective educational interventions, and the mental health issues that surround dyslexia.  A native of Atlanta, Tina is a graduate of Bates College in Lewiston, Maine.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:  · Ways parents can help kids with the social and emotional effects of dyslexia · Tips for strengthening the parent’s role to help their child thrive · How to be your child's cheerleader at school · What parents can do to help their child with dyslexia be successful · How an IEP and a 504 Plan can help kids with disabilities · The importance of connecting with other parents of children who have dyslexia  Tina can be reached at decodingdyslexiageorgia@gmail.com and https://decodingdyslexiaga.com/.  Find her on Facebook at decodingdyslexiaga, on Instagram @ddga13, and on Twitter @DDGA13.  To get more involved, Tina recommends joining one of the Decoding Dyslexia chapters that are located in every state and in several Canadian provinces.

Strengthening the Parent's Role = Kids Who Thrive Tina Engberg is currently the State Leader of Decoding Dyslexia Georgia (DDGA).  She is actively involved in the legislative side of the DDGA work and is currently working to ensure that the parent voice is heard as the elements of SB48 are implemented by the Department of Education and the State Board.  Tina has been actively involved in dyslexia advocacy since her son, a profound dyslexic who’s now in 10th grade, was diagnosed in kindergarten.  She is keenly interested in the science of reading, effective educational interventions, and the mental health issues that surround dyslexia.  A native of Atlanta, Tina is a graduate of Bates College in Lewiston, Maine. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: · Ways parents can help kids with the social and emotional effects of dyslexia · Tips for strengthening the parent’s role to help their child thrive · How to be your child's cheerleader at school · What parents can do to help their child with dyslexia be successful · How an IEP and a 504 Plan can help kids with disabilities · The importance of connecting with other parents of children who have dyslexia Tina can be reached at <a href="mailto:decodingdyslexiageorgia@gmail.com">decodingdyslexiageorgia@gmail.com</a> and <a href="https://decodingdyslexiaga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://decodingdyslexiaga.com/</a>.  Find her on Facebook at decodingdyslexiaga, on Instagram @ddga13, and on Twitter @DDGA13.  To get more involved, Tina recommends joining one of the Decoding Dyslexia chapters that are located in every state and in several Canadian provinces.

Helping Children Be Successful With Dyslexia 

Early SAT and ACT Preparation = Better Test Scores  Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society.  Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:   How to choose the right SAT and ACT preparation materials Ways to reduce test anxiety in teens The skills and strategies teens need to have when taking the SAT and ACT Keys to developing an effective plan for high-stakes testing The best time to begin preparing for the SAT and ACT The #1 skill teens need to successfully prepare for high-stakes tests   Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the SAT and ACT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/.

Early SAT and ACT Preparation = Better Test Scores Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society.  Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: <ul> <li>How to choose the right SAT and ACT preparation materials</li> <li>Ways to reduce test anxiety in teens</li> <li>The skills and strategies teens need to have when taking the SAT and ACT</li> <li>Keys to developing an effective plan for high-stakes testing</li> <li>The best time to begin preparing for the SAT and ACT</li> <li>The #1 skill teens need to successfully prepare for high-stakes tests</li> </ul> Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the SAT and ACT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to <a href="https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/</a>.

Seven Ways to Prepare and Score High on the SAT & ACT

Organized Students = Better Grades  Tracy Hoth has been a professional organizer and a certified life coach for 13 years, and she has helped hundreds of families get organized.  In her one-on-one coaching programs and her Organized Life Academy, she is witnessing “the magic” as she helps her clients combine practical organizing skills with transformational mindset tools to create the organized life (and home!) that they always wanted.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:  · Types of organizational systems that help students get better grades · The mindset that promotes organization in kids · Keys to help kids stick to their organizational system · Ways to keep paper organized · Simple habits that help students get assignments turned in on time · Tips for using digital organizational tools   Tracy can be reached at tracy@simplysquaredaway.com and at https://simplysquaredaway.com/.  Find her on Facebook at SimplySquaredAway and on Instagram @tracyhoth.  Go to https://simplysquaredaway.com/ultimate-weekly-planning-worksheet-printable/ and receive Tracy's free planning worksheet.

Organized Students = Better Grades Tracy Hoth has been a professional organizer and a certified life coach for 13 years, and she has helped hundreds of families get organized.  In her one-on-one coaching programs and her Organized Life Academy, she is witnessing “the magic” as she helps her clients combine practical organizing skills with transformational mindset tools to create the organized life (and home!) that they always wanted. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: · Types of organizational systems that help students get better grades · The mindset that promotes organization in kids · Keys to help kids stick to their organizational system · Ways to keep paper organized · Simple habits that help students get assignments turned in on time · Tips for using digital organizational tools  Tracy can be reached at <a href="mailto:tracy@simplysquaredaway.com">tracy@simplysquaredaway.com</a> and at <a href="https://simplysquaredaway.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://simplysquaredaway.com/</a>.  Find her on Facebook at SimplySquaredAway and on Instagram @tracyhoth.  Go to <a href="https://simplysquaredaway.com/ultimate-weekly-planning-worksheet-printable/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://simplysquaredaway.com/ultimate-weekly-planning-worksheet-printable/</a> and receive Tracy's free planning worksheet.

Organizing For Better Grades in School 

Determining the Right Test = Greater Chances for Success  Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society. Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:   The different skills and abilities that each test, the ACT and SAT, focuses on When students should begin preparing to take the tests How to request an accommodation for extended time on the ACT and SAT Ways that a 504 Plan can support teens taking the tests The types of alternate testing formats available for students Criteria to determine which test is the best fit for your child   Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the ACT and SAT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/.

Determining the Right Test = Greater Chances for Success Helen Panos is the owner of Dynamis Learning Academy and an expert educator with over 25 years of experience.  She believes in the importance of helping children reach their potential and become well-rounded, intelligent citizens with a positive influence and impact on society. Helen assists parents in accessing the best skills, strategies, tools, and resources to help their children be successful and, ultimately, excel in the world. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: <ul> <li>The different skills and abilities that each test, the ACT and SAT, focuses on</li> <li>When students should begin preparing to take the tests</li> <li>How to request an accommodation for extended time on the ACT and SAT</li> <li>Ways that a 504 Plan can support teens taking the tests</li> <li>The types of alternate testing formats available for students</li> <li>Criteria to determine which test is the best fit for your child</li> </ul> Helen Panos can be reached at helen@dynamislearningacademy.com or at 770-282-9931.  To schedule a free consultation and discover ways to help your child prepare for the ACT and SAT contact Helen at 770-282-9931 or go to <a href="https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dynamislearningacademy.com/contact/</a>.

Which Test Is Best For My Child? SAT or ACT

Inspiring Creativity and Problem-Solving = Increased Resilience in Children  Nichelle Mathur is the CEO of Robotic Explorers, which is an engineering lab that provides science, technology, and engineering programs for school-aged children.  The company offers competitive robotics programs, group workshops, and an in-person and online design club called Mechania.  Robotic Explorers also offers camp programs seasonally that are in partnership with youth service organizations.  On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:   Ways parents can inspire creativity and produce resilience in children How the belief that failure is not an option kills creativity Why parents should be fearless for their children When is the best time to get kids involved in STEM programs The importance of replacing the fear of failure with a love of failure in kids What are some of the ways that young girls are uniquely gifted and wired for STEM   Nichelle can be reached at roboticexplorers.com and at (770) 742-9897.  Find her on Facebook RoboticExplorers and on Instagram at @roboticexplorers.  Go to https://roboticexplorers.com/ to sign-up for her newsletter and learn about programs, workshops, camps, and events in the Atlanta area. 

Inspiring Creativity and Problem-Solving = Increased Resilience in Children Nichelle Mathur is the CEO of Robotic Explorers, which is an engineering lab that provides science, technology, and engineering programs for school-aged children.  The company offers competitive robotics programs, group workshops, and an in-person and online design club called Mechania.  Robotic Explorers also offers camp programs seasonally that are in partnership with youth service organizations. On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: <ul> <li>Ways parents can inspire creativity and produce resilience in children</li> <li>How the belief that failure is not an option kills creativity</li> <li>Why parents should be fearless for their children</li> <li>When is the best time to get kids involved in STEM programs</li> <li>The importance of replacing the fear of failure with a love of failure in kids</li> <li>What are some of the ways that young girls are uniquely gifted and wired for STEM</li> </ul> Nichelle can be reached at <a href="http://roboticexplorers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">roboticexplorers.com</a> and at (770) 742-9897.  Find her on Facebook RoboticExplorers and on Instagram at @roboticexplorers.  Go to <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Froboticexplorers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0MdoHybnUcO39Nk_S2C7Pzcfl0wehtXRTUqfnFkaqI_xjkvCHRJLecyxQ&amp;h=AT3Cc4HrK3c3s1WM5SMfS2p4xdOP4ICG6GaFVgaOjGHl8T8ecVqHRRIktiOoTDQb0z_9Tpp2mUeavT6hWgx6rbMiXCFm4NbNIGLwZIOamGI0M-jdORMAaTutYWD0nT61fodvyfMgFJTvj78zAyHyRg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://roboticexplorers.com/</a> to sign-up for her newsletter and learn about programs, workshops, camps, and events in the Atlanta area.

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