Openly talking about mental health can sometimes be difficult. Most of the time, even adults struggle to figure out and understand their emotional and mental state, as well as communicating

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is among the most common mental disorders affecting children in the United States. Although diagnosed in childhood, ADHD can often last well into adulthood.

When it comes to teaching or tutoring, whether in the classroom or at home, there is no one-size-fits-all recipe that magically works for every child. We are all different, and

It is widely acknowledged in the field of reading that dyslexic learners require a different type of instruction to learn how to read. Decades of evidence-based research points to multisensory

Every child’s learning needs are unique, and studying for school is rarely a smooth sail for everybody. We all remember the trials and tribulations of school, specific difficulties with school

Mental health issues are more common in children than any other medical issues, but unfortunately, they often go unnoticed and untreated. Children with mental health issues have a higher likelihood

As parents, we always want what’s best for our children, especially when it comes to their education. Every kid has difficulties learning in school, some more than others, however, when

The changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic over the past year have been a catalyst for unprecedented levels of change and innovation in many domains, and education is no

Feeling restless on the first day of school or before a test is understandable. In fact, a certain amount of worry is normal because that’s what makes us human. Plus,

We find ourselves living in a world where we barely have enough time to stop and smell the roses. Our day-to-day lives are filled with ever-changing and continuous thoughts of

As the school year comes to an end, it is imperative that we reflect on and learn from each student’s unique experience during this school year. Unlike the spring of

As parents, we always want what’s best for our kids. Seeing children have a happy and fulfilling life is every parent’s dream, and that’s why it’s so heartbreaking when we

Delivering professional development remotely poses a host of new challenges and adjustments even to the most experienced presenters. While the primary focus is on executing an opportunity for growth and

When the federal government launched the Response to Intervention (RTI) or Multi-Tiered Support System (MTSS) mandate in 2012, the major goals of the initiative were: to identify potential learning challenges

Middle school is a time of transition for children, where they get to experience a new and exciting level of independence. At Da Vinci Collaborative, we recognize that it is

Before we explore the differences that exist between a teacher and a tutor, our staff at The Da Vinci Collaborative recognizes the formidable challenges that both professionals encounter with the

We all know that education is the basis for personal, professional, societal, and economic growth, and that’s why providing continuous, well-rounded education from an early age is crucial. Over the

It’s hard to fathom that it has been more than a year since the shutdown, and in the interim, the abundance of remote resources that are available to our dyslexia

Although change is inevitable, it is not an easy thing to overcome. People become used to their daily routines and become complacent with their everyday “norm.” It is hard for

The world of education is always changing, and we are nothing if we are not flexible. This past year in particular has taught us that we need to expect the

Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, children have unfortunately been experiencing an increase in mental health problems. Many children are suffering negative consequences of decreased social interaction and lack of

It goes without saying that 2020 was an extremely difficult year, for all of us. Whether the pandemic has affected our personal lives or the trajectory of our careers, we’ve

In my role as an educational consultant for over 16 years, the most gratifying reward is the enduring relationships between administrators and educators that have been fostered throughout the years.

In March 2020, most of us, myself included, thought remote learning was just a temporary solution for a short-term problem. Now, in February 2021, it is clear that remote learning,

Back in March and April, the novelty of learning at home was a bit exciting. Kids were enjoying being “at class” in their pajamas, having a different pace of learning,

The world of education has certainly changed within the past year, and we have learned that we are nothing if we can’t be flexible. When the world shut down, I

As educators, it can sometimes be a daunting task to look beyond test scores and envision a different path for our students. But what if we start to question and

As special educators, we are trained to look at students’ test scores, and to discover what strategies or programs may work for them. But do we look enough at fostering

Before we dive into this topic, let’s start by putting down some crucial facts: Everyone is improvising. Everyone is doing their best for our students and children. There is no

This week we honor John Lennon for his belief in humanity and his capacity to create and dream for a better world. While our schools are in crisis, and our

With Thanksgiving just days away, feeling gratitude in 2020 may seem daunting. It has been a rough year, and it’s not over yet. It’s been a year of losses and

You might be wondering, what are Executive Functions (EF) and how do they influence a child’s academic and social success? We’re going to give you a rundown on what executive

I love experiments. Coming from an engineering background, hypothesizing and trying out unique solutions makes me feel in my natural element. One day, I was chatting with Lorna, our Manager

By: Amy Ginty, Director Consulting DaVinci Education Daniel was diagnosed with both dyslexia and attentional deficits. He was placed with a seasoned resource room teacher who possessed limited knowledge of