AAE101 Academic Ascent essentials: study + organizational skills
Academic Ascent Essentials is a fundamental learning program created specifically for students who need either a brand new start, or a significant reboot to their current self-study and academic work routine.
In this five-session program, we take time to understand how the student currently prepares and executes academically, what might be working, what might not, what should be eliminated, etc.
After that we begin identifying and implementing best practices and strategies to keep track of assignments and manage time, design a work space that fosters productivity, and explore a variety of methods to prepare for classroom assessments. Unwanted behaviors or distractions (such as phones "on" during productive time) must also be addressed and undesired habits discontinued, and we'll touch on that too as necessary.
Essentials calls attention to the student's own self-regulation and personal ownership of their habits to be the key drivers that determine the success or failure of their plan. Taking responsibility is key to personal & academic success.
That said, new habits are hard. We all know they are. That's why at the completion of the course your academic coach will help to create a check-in plan as-needed to reinforce any concepts if they start to slip, or to help with other academic challenges that might come up. You can choose to meet as frequently or infrequently as you like, your academic coach (like any coach) is there to see you through, not just this one challenge, but for as long as you need them and continue to benefit.
If you want to talk more with us about Academic Ascent Essentials and whether it's appropriate for your student, please contact us to set up a consult.
Q: When is the best time of year to enroll in Essentials?
While Essentials is offered year-round, it is most effective when administered during the summer holiday break. Being away from their academic work helps students focus on these important structural items so they are ready to start fresh and hit the ground running at the start of next semester.
Q: How long is each session?
A: Each session is usually about 35-55 minutes, depending on the student's needs.
Q: How long does it take to complete the program?
A: Depending on meeting frequency (usually once per week), the program is completed by Week Five.
Q: What grade level range is appropriate for Academic Ascent Essentials?
A: The concepts taught in AAE can be modified some to fit thestudent's academic stage, but generally speaking the content is most appropriate for students in Grade 6 and above.
Q: What is the cost and what is included?
A: The cost for Academic Ascent Essentials is $500 and includes five 35-to 55-minute sessions and class materials.
Q: What if more than four sessions are needed for a student?
A: Everyone learns differently and occasionally some may need additional sessions to complete the program. In those situations, we will invoice you the educator's hourly bill rate.
Q: What methods of payment do you accept?
A: We accept payments via Zelle (free!), Venmo or Credit card (with processing fee).
Q: Is this class something I can get reimbursed for?
A: Various states and school systems offer programs providing for reimbursement for educational expenses. Academic Ascent is happy to provide client support for educational claims for reimbursement, but makes no claim or guarantee that any of its programs are reimbursable.
