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Creativity is a talent that has many benefits for children and adults. Creative thought and expression is a skill that can be nurtured at home and in school, but creativity is not taught, so much as it is supported,

What do learning differences mean when we talk about academic and life challenges? Research shows that almost 70 million people think and learn differently, and may find standard school and work environments more

Middle and high school students who are developing a talent or interest in athletics or other competitive pursuits face many challenges in balancing their schedules between athletic goals and academics. Overtraining and

Many young people struggle with self-assurance and self-esteem at some point in their development. Growing kids may be confident in grade school but begin to experience self-doubts and insecurities as their minds and

Many young people struggle with test anxiety, despite having a good understanding of the material. They find themselves unable to focus or perform well under the pressure of certain testing environments. With better

Executive functioning describes a group of mental skills that make it easier for people to interact with others and complete tasks. Many people have executive functioning challenges, which are associated with certain

Practicing mindfulness not only helps parents and teachers, it is of great benefit to learn about mindfulness at a young age. Teaching mindfulness skills at home and in the classroom allows young people to self-regulate

Lydian Academy was recently featured in San Francisco Magazine. Read the profile in full below: Modern Luxury Spotlight - Top Educator Lydian Academy WRITTEN BY: MISTY MILIOTO Lydian Academy, founded in 2006, offers a

The transition from elementary to middle school represents a profound change for young learners. Preparing your child for these changes can help them develop a passion for learning and gain confidence in their ability

Mastery-based learning is an approach to education that focuses on individual learning rather than standardized teaching schedules. The mastery method of teaching is gaining nationwide recognition as a highly successful