AW Blog

2025-04-11 Andy Honda and Koa at Academic West for a photo shoot only at Academic West, 37 W 65th St, New York Meet Koa, our in-house therapy pup. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the importance of emotional well-being and...

Parenting comes with its fair share of conflicts, especially as children develop their own opinions and independence. Understanding the steps to resolving conflict with your child or teen effectively can be crucial. Whether dealing with a toddler’s tantrum or a teenager’s rebellion, navigating conflict...

Have you ever heard of the “summer slide”? Unfortunately, we’re not talking about the fun kind of slide you’ll find at a playground. This particular slide refers to the learning loss that occurs when school is out for summer. Preventing the summer slide is...

Watching your child struggle in school can be gut-wrenching. We spend considerable time guiding our kids and helping them to avoid life’s landmines, but not all the problems can be cured quickly. Whether your child attends a public or private school, if they are...

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] What Is School Refusal? School refusal is more common than many people realize. Children and adolescents may avoid school due to social struggles (e.g., avoiding peers), academic challenges (e.g., test anxiety), or family-related stressors (e.g., a sick...

Helping Students Set Goals for Academic Success The New Year is the perfect time for students to set new goals for their academic success. However, goal-setting can be tough without a clear plan. With the right guidance, students can set goals that are easy...