How To Write A “Why This School” Essay As college application deadlines approach, high school seniors everywhere are furiously working on draft after draft of their college essays. To make your fifth—or tenth—“Why this school?” essay writing just a bit easier, VSA Future college experts have a few tips: Demonstrate you have taken the time to do research on the school. The point is not to […] Read More
Public Speaking: KEY to success SPEAKING UP FOR YOURSELF, YOUR PEERS, AND YOUR IDEAS We all know how business has changed in the last two years as adults. We use Zoom or other video conferencing applications for the vast majority of our meetings with colleagues and clients. This is the way things will be in the future. Children’s ability to […] Read More
Make Learning Fun This Summer at VSA Virtual Camp On Monday through Thursday mornings, VSA campers hone their writing, math, and vocabulary skills with engaging and interactive virtual classes. On Fridays, students dive into the world’s Big Questions with our Friday Fun activities! GLOBAL SPEAKER SERIES Campers are exposed to real-world issues through compelling talks that broaden students’ perspectives on the world, ranging from […] Read More
Unpacking Vocabulary WHY VOCABULARY IS ESSENTIAL? A rich vocabulary can enhance a student’s writing, communication skills, and ability to express ideas clearly. Their vocabulary helps them understand everything from word problems to graphic novels. Children need a strong vocabulary to succeed academically and beyond. VSA VOCABULARY PROGRAM Children who do not learn to read by 4th grade […] Read More
Young Learners Thrive at VSA Camp OUR SUNSHINE CURRICULUM IS SPECIALLY CRAFTED FOR OUR YOUNGEST CAMPERS. ENGLISH For our youngest students in English, virtual learning classes are designed to help them learn phonics, reading, spelling, and grammar. Students learn through a combination of teacher guidance, peer support, and self-directed practice. Improve your phonics knowledge by practicing vowel, consonant, blend, and digraph […] Read More
Let’s Boost Your MATH Skills! Recent studies have revealed that COVID-19 learning loss has a negative effect on children’s math scores in elementary and middle school. Some students have fallen more than a year behind grade level in math skills—and now is the time to boost those scores to ensure your child has the skills necessary to truly advance this […] Read More
