For Parents
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For Parents *
Group Learning Strategies
Do you have a learner at home who is struggling with…
ADHD
Anxiety
Self-motivating
Post-pandemic learning gaps
Loneliness
Perfectionism
Group Learning Strategy sessions
Join a community of parents and guardians looking to build their understanding of core learning strategies to better support their learners in the home.
From time management, to studying, to note-taking and test-taking–participants pick-up essential learning skills and fresh, holistic approaches to common challenges. We welcome you into a warm, inclusive community where we talk stress, coping, and how to help. Group Learning Strategy sessions are low cost, high-impact, and specially designed for families.
(CLOSED) Pop-up Parent Circles:
Winter 2024
We’re offering pop-up sessions in November and December to help you level up on learning.
November - CLOSED
November 11: Coping with School Challenges with Meg Houghton
November 12: Better Notes with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer
November 13: Math Skill Repair with Andrew Lorrison
December - CLOSED
December 2: Planning & Practice Nicole Klement
December 5: Feedback & Fine-tuning Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer
*Experience a 5-week program, every Tuesday at 7PM ET from November 19th - Dec 17th where we’ll talk…
Time management
Prioritization
Studying
Test-taking
Writing & editing
*Sessions are now closed! Missed group learning strategies and still want the recordings? Click below to purchase session recordings and materials!
(CLOSED) Group Learning Strategies:
Winter 2024 Sessions
Join Deena from Nov 19 - Dec 17
We make learning feel better.
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“Your group learning strategy sessions are empowering me to implement and stick to the habits they need to be successful learners - thank you!”
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“I took something from every single session. A lot of the concepts were new to me and MAKE SO MUCH SENSE.”
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“I left each session feeling like I had learned something new and with hope that if I could enact some of the strategies I could make positive change in our lives.”
What to expect…
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Each session is condensed into a high-impact 30-min time frame to help you fit learning strategies into your day. You can anticipate…
A light, grounding introduction to each week’s lesson plan
5-7 new learning strategies to take away
A summary recap
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We host our Group Learning Strategies virtually via Zoom, so you can join from anywhere!
Sessions commence at 7PM ET.
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While we adjust the agenda by week and by season, you can expect content like…
Time management
Studying
Test-taking
Math anxiety
Coping
and so much more!
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Attendees can expect recordings and accompanying slide decks to be sent out within 48-hours, so you can keep leveraging content even after the session ends!
Read more about our approach
Learn about 1:1 Learning Strategy sessions
FAQ
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Group Learning Strategy sessions are intended for anyone who supports a learner. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, guardian, sibling, mentor–we welcome you.
We’re also welcoming of learners themselves attending these sessions alongside their support unit.
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Our holistic, health-promoting strategies and techniques are perfect for learners of all ages, stages, and identities.
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We ensure to send anyone who signs up for sessions a recording and accompanying materials within 48-hours of a session ending.
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We understand that you may have other commitments at the same time as our sessions. That’s OK! Our community atmosphere means that many attendees prep meals, fold laundry, pick-up their little ones all while class is ongoing.
You can keep your camera on or off and involve yourself as deeply or as often as makes sense for you. -
We offer 1:1 learning strategy sessions with Deena or any of our other expert strategists. Check out our page for students to learn more!
Whatever the grade or year, subject or program, learning strategies are the how of doing the work that’s been assigned.
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Deena creates such a kind, inviting space within her holistic learning strategy circles for parents. We gained actionable insights that empowered us to share with our children as we talk about school around the dinner table and as they navigate homework, studying and projects. A game changer!
Piero & Karen, learner parents
(grade 6 and 9)
Find your strategist
Whether you’re seeking a more holistic approach or a deep rooted expertise–like writing, math, student athletes, or career building–our growing team of strategists can help.
Discover the strategist who’s right for you and set-up a free 15-minute consultation or contact us directly for more information.