AJ Tutoring blog - The Learning Curve

It’s always exciting for me to meet a new student for the first time. One of the first questions I like to ask is what they like to do outside of school. First of all, I’m genuinely interested in what motivates my students outside the classroom, and second, their avocations are much more ...

The Power of a Growth Mindset in Learning At AJ Tutoring, we believe that success in academics is not just about talent—it's about mindset. A growth mindset, a concept championed by psychologist Carol Dweck, suggests that intelligence and abilities can be developed through hard work, effective ...

Is your student utilizing study skills? There is nothing like that terrible feeling when your student pulls out a crumpled piece of paper from their backpack at the last minute, informing you of a test or project that you know they haven’t touched yet. Sometimes life gets busy, or a lack of ...

Private school entrance exams are almost here! Private school entrance exams are just around the corner, and there’s still time to get your student fully prepared for the ISEE or HSPT. At AJ Tutoring, we understand the significance of these exams in shaping your child's educational future.†...