When it comes time for summer vacation, it’s important that students don’t take a total break from learning. 

Many students lose the equivalent of one to two months of reading and math skills during the summer, requiring teachers to spend an average of four to eight weeks at the beginning of every school year reviewing materials forgotten over summer vacation. By planning constructive learning activities during the summer break, parents can provide their children with valuable opportunities to retain what they’ve learned and practice the skills they need to be successful in school and in life. 

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"What a Difference One Year Has Made!"

Discover how Sylvan Learning helped a family in Monroe, WA, achieve academic success.  Jeanne, a happy Sylvan mom, explains, “He can now read almost everything he sees and his confidence has gone through the roof!  Since going to Sylvan, my ten-year-old son has blossomed into a very confident young man."

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Help Build Your Child’s Self-Esteem Before the New School Year

Approximately 20 to 45 percent of school-aged children do not reach their full potential because they suffer from low self-esteem. Self-esteem includes self-confidence, self-respect, pride in oneself, independence and self-reliance.  Success builds self-esteem.

Learn communication tips to help build or restore your children’s self-esteem this summer.  

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