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How to Spend a Productive Summer

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Brought to you by ApplyWise

At last, summer's here! After a school year full of hard work, you can finally put away your books, break out your bikinis, and soak up the sunshine. This is not only what you deserve but in fact what you need: If you have been working to your maximum level during the school year, you owe your body about two weeks off during the summer for a real break. Go ahead and pursue your favorite pastime, relax, sleep, and reflect on the past year and the year to come. Do not, however, get too used to your life of leisure! From a college admissions standpoint, it's important to be productive during your summer months. Working is looked upon favorably by the more selective colleges; working on your tan is not.

Five Ways to Reduce Stress

Fri, 23 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

You've got a physics test, an English paper due and a big track meet next week. Ooh, and don't forget that dance everyone’s been talking up. If you find yourself inhaling food as you rush from the library to the mall or you notice a persistent ache in your lower jaw or the back of your neck, you probably need a little stress reduction. Here are five easy tips:

Meet the Tutor: James

Fri, 23 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

James, an Associate Professor from New York, Helps Students with English, and Essay Writing.

Words are Worth the Time

James, an associate professor from New York proves that essay help is just a few clicks away.

When James isn't admiring Kurt Vonnegut’s body of work or teaching college students the importance of Kilgore Trout, he's online at Tutor.com, helping students decode King Lear while making their words sing.

Meet the Tutor: Tonya

Fri, 23 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Tonya, an English, Social Studies and Essay Writing Tutor from Pennsylvania

A Passion for Tutoring

Tonya, English, social studies and essay writing tutor from Pennsylvania, proves that even the most grueling grammar assignment can be fun.

In 2000, Tonya was enjoying her job as a teacher and tutoring students one-to-one. But it was when she got her first computer and thought, 'There must be some online resources or online communities where tutors can meet and advertise their services,' that her passion really took off. In 2001, through a little bit of researching, Tonya found Tutor.com.

Parents Corner: Life Without Math? Impossible.

Fri, 23 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

If math isn't your thing, you might only have vague recollections of a teacher trying to convince you that you need geometry in the real world (something about three-point turns comes to mind). So when your kids try to avoid taking the next level of math, or downplay the need to get more than a passing grade, you know you have to keep them on track, especially as they start to plan for college and careers. We've got your back when it comes to offering up proof that math really is everywhere, including these careers that require a surprising amount of math knowledge.

Take the Stress Out of Homework—Now

Thu, 22 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Are you totally stressed out about your homework? Well, you are not alone: Nearly 9 out of 10 kids stress out about homework, according to responses from students, teachers, and parents from the Metlife Survey of the American Teacher. The study also said that more than one third of students feel that way almost all the time. That’s some major stress load going on...

Make Your Summer Job Count

Fri, 16 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Need a little extra cash? Want to get a jump on a career? It's summer job time, and what you do over your break matters. But it can be tough to figure out what kind of job to look for, much less how to land one that pays well and gives you a leg up. Luckily, we've done the dirty work and uncovered tips to get you well on your way to the perfect gig.

Parent's Corner: Balancing Your Expectations with Reality

Fri, 16 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Talk to any parent in your child's school, and chances are they want big things for their kids, just like you do for yours. While you might be tempted to push your children to take advanced math or a fourth year of French, you need to ask yourself if they can balance it all. Some kids naturally gravitate toward a heavy class load plus lots of extracurricular activities, while some need a little extra encouragement from mom and dad to reach their potential. It's important to have realistic expectations—but it's not always easy to know much your kids can handle or how well they really can do in school.

Countdown to Final Exams

Thu, 15 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Final exams aren't just any tests: They're the ultimate test of your knowledge from the year, and you have to take a whole bunch of them at once. Believe it or not, this isn't designed to torture you. How much each test matters depends on how your class is weighted, so your final exam score could mean the difference between an A and a C on your report card. We know how stressful it is to wrap your mind around all that studying, so we've got a surefire strategy to carry you to test time without (hopefully) the all-night cram sessions:

Tutor.com Saved Families More Than $100,000 in Gas!

Tue, 13 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT

The rising cost of gas is a major concern for American families these days. According to a recent Gallup poll of 1,008 respondents, 42 percent indicated gas prices had reached a crisis level. So, it's no surprise that people are looking for ways to spend less time in their car and utilize more online resources. A recent survey of over 2,300 adults surveyed by Harris Interactive for iCongo showed that 33% of respondents cited the high price at the pumps as the reason for shopping online.