2013 Summerville Summer Programs

	May, 2013 Summer Programs at LifeManagement Center Summer programs for Summerville Center clients  Summer is a great time to brush up on academic skills to get ready for the next school year.   As usual, all of our summer programs will be held at our Summerville center at Pinewood Preparatory School at 1114 Orangeburg Road, Summerville. Individual programs, such as tutoring, Reading REWARDS, and Wilson Reading are available in addition to workshops.   Register by May 31st and receive a $20 discount.  Register multiple children and receive a $20 discount off the second child.   To register, please call us at (843) 852-5705 or email us at reception@lifemanagement.org. Download a printable version of our Summerville Summer Programs catalog here. On-going Individual Tutoring for All Ages Flexible scheduling. Hourly rates. Specific Subject Tutoring • Summer Reading/Packet Support • Credit Recovery Support • Summer School Support • Math Instruction and Remediation • Reading/Writing Instruction and Remediation • SAT/ACT Preparation   Improve Your Child’s Reading With a Specialized One-on-One Program   The Wilson Reading Program is phonics-based and designed for students who struggle with decoding and spelling. Available for grades K-12. Flexible scheduling, hourly rates. The Reading REWARDS Program is for students who have basic decoding skills, but struggle with reading longer words. Availabe for grades 4-12. Flexible scheduling, hourly rates. Study Smart Study Smarter, Not Harder! Our Study Smart workshop has empowered hundreds of students to become better learners.  We will offer activities to improve organization, time management, memory, and test taking skills to help students take their academic performance to a new level.  Don’t miss out on this powerful opportunity to start the school year off right.  $225   Grades 4-5, July 29-August 2, 10:00-12:00 Grades 6-8, July 29-August 2, 1:00-3:00    Grades 9-12, July 29-August 2, 10:00-12:00   Test Anxiety Oh no! A test tomorrow! Don't Panic! Learn how to approach exams with confidence. Students will learn cognitive and behavioral techniques that help take the anxiety out of taking tests. Pre-requisite: Study Smart workshop. $195   Grades 6-8, August 5-8,10:00-12:00    Grades 9-12, August 5-8 , 1:00-3:00    SAT-Math Workshop A  five day workshop for all students interested in reviewing their basic math skills (Algebra and Geometry) as well as the advanced skills needed for the SAT.  Students will review test-taking strategies, and complete practice tests to prepare for the Math section of the SAT.  $225   Grades 11-12, July 15-19, 1:00-3:00 SAT-Verbal Workshop A five day workshop for all students interested in reviewing their vocabulary, grammar, and logical thinking skills needed for this test. Students will review test taking strategies, and complete practice test to prepare for the Verbal section of the SAT.  $225   Grades 11-12, July 22-26, 1:00-3:00   Forward this message to a friend
Catalog Math: Individual Tutoring First Grade Readiness Mastering Math Facts SAT Math Workshop Transition to Algebra I  Study Skills & Test Prep: Individual Tutoring SAT Math Workshop SAT Verbal Workshop Study Smart Test Anxiety Language Arts: Individual Tutoring Wilson Reading Reading REWARDS First Grade Readiness SAT Verbal Workshop First Grade Readiness Ready, Set, Go! Join us for many fun filled activities that will prepare for a smooth transition from kindergarten into first grade. While reviewing reading, writing, math and listening skills, manipulatives, movement, games and more will make this workshop one your 5 year old will not want to miss. $195 $195, Grade K, July 15-18, 10:00-12:00  Mastering Math Facts Math facts still a little weak? For students who have difficulty recalling basic math facts (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), this workshop will give you the confidence needed to move forward. These basic stepping stones to your math future will be reinforced to make all other levels of math easier and more enjoyable.  $195   Grades 3-5, July 22-25, 1:00-3:00     Transition to Algebra I  Agonizing over algebra? Don't! Begin Algebra I with confidence. Get ready to reinforce the skills needed to advance from  Pre-Algebra to Algebra I. We will review integers, exponents, and variables through fun activities and group instruction. $195 Grades 7-9, August 6-9, 1:00-3:00
Tel: (843) 852-5705 Email: reception@lifemanagement.org

Road Rally Reinvented 2013

 

For Immediate Release:

April 10, 2013

Contact: Mason Ward, Life Management Center, (843) 852-5705

mason.ward@lifemanagement.org

LifeManagement Center to Host Fundraiser with NASCAR Simulator

Charleston, South Carolina – LifeManagement Center will host its annual fundraiser with a NASCAR driving experience Saturday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. at The Citadel Holliday Alumni House to raise money for the Center’s educational programs focusing on helping children and adults identify and overcome learning challenges. 

 Participants will be able to drive a full motion NASCAR vehicle that has been decommissioned into a full motion simulator for the ride of a lifetime. The “driver” will be able to experience the turns, bumps and crashes of a NASCAR track while vying for prizes. “We are confident this event will not only be a lot of fun but will be successful in raising funds for the growth of our programs, outreach and scholarships,” says Louisa Shingler, LifeManagement board president. “We encourage car enthusiasts and all members of the community to attend.”

 The cost of the event is $40 for party participants and $75 for party/NASCAR simulator. To purchase tickets or become a sponsor contact LifeManagement Center, (843) 852-5705, roadrally@lifemanagement.org. The NASCAR driving tickets are limited.

 LifeManagement Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers solutions that transform educational and professional challenges into life achievements for children, families, adults and communities. LifeManagement  has three centers located in Charleston, Mt. Pleasant and Summerville.

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Charleston and Mt. Pleasant Summer Programs at East Cooper Montessori

	April, 2013 Summer Programs at LifeManagement Center Summer programs for Charleston County clients  Summer is a great time to brush up on academic skills to get ready for the next school year.   This year, all LMC summer workshops will be held at East Cooper Montessori Charter School in I'on at 250 Ponsbury Road, Mt. Pleasant, 29464. Individual programs, such as tutoring, Reading REWARDS, and Wilson Reading are also available at the West Ashley office at 628 St. Andrew's Blvd.   Register by May 31st and receive a $20 discount.  Register multiple children and receive a $20 discount off the second child.   To register, please call us at (843) 852-5705 or email us at reception@lifemanagement.org. Download a printable version of our Charleston and Mt. Pleasant Summer Programs catalog here. On-going Individual Tutoring for All Ages Flexible scheduling. Also available at West Ashley LMC office. Hourly rates. Specific Subject Tutoring • Summer Reading/Packet Support • Credit Recovery Support • Summer School Support • Math Instruction and Remediation • Reading/Writing Instruction and Remediation • SAT/ACT Preparation   Improve Your Child’s Reading With a Specialized One-on-One Program   The Wilson Reading Program is phonics-based and designed for students who struggle with decoding and spelling. Available for grades K-12. Flexible scheduling, hourly rates. Also available at West Ashley LMC office.  The Reading REWARDS Program is for students who have basic decoding skills, but struggle with reading longer words. Availabe for grades 4-12. Flexible scheduling, hourly rates. Also available at West Ashley LMC office.  Study Smart Are your note-taking, study strategies, organization and time-management like scrambled eggs? Our study smart workshop has empowered hundreds of students to become better learners.  We will offer activities to improve organization, time management, memory, and test taking skills to help students take their academic performance to a new level.  Don’t miss out on this powerful opportunity to start the school year off right.  $225   Grades 4-5, July 22-26, 10:00-12:00 Grades 6-8, July 22-26, 10:00-12:00    Grades 9-12, July 22-26, 1:00-3:00   Test Anxiety Oh no! A test tomorrow! Don't Panic! Learn how to approach exams with confidence. Students will learn cognitive and behavioral techniques that help take the anxiety out of taking tests. Pre-requisite: Study Smart workshop. $195   Grades 6-8, July 29-August 1, 10:00-12:00    Grades 9-12, July 29-August 1, 1:00-3:00 Numbers and Nutrition Looks good! Tastes good! Is it good for you? Learn about the nutritional value of “kid friendly” foods. Calculate and compare vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, calories and fats.  What does “whole grain” mean and why is it important?  Why is sugar bad for you?  Enjoy making and sampling healthy snacks and more nutritious alternatives.   Learn to calculate proportions and how to increase or decrease recipes and standard ingredients appropriately. $195   Grades  3-4, June 17-20, 10:00-12:00           Grades  5-6, June 17-20, 1:00-3:00   Arts and Math Who says math can't be fun and creative? Enjoy creating art projects and calculating at the same time.  Create tangram creatures and use them with fractions and measurement.   Plot points on a graph to stitch and sew.   Enjoy art and numbers in a variety of fun, integrated activities. $195    Grades 3-4, July 29-August 1, 1:00-3:00 Grades  5-6, June 17-20, 1:00-3:00 Transition to Algebra I Agonizing over algebra? Don't! Begin Algebra I with confidence.  Get ready to reinforce the skills needed to advance  from    Pre-Algebra to Algebra I.  We will review integers, exponents, and variables through fun activities and group instruction. $195   Grades 7-9, July 29- August 1, 1:00-3:00 Mastering Math Facts Math facts still a little weak? For students who have difficulty recalling basic math facts (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), this workshop will give you the confidence needed to move forward.  These basic stepping stones to your math future will be reinforced to make all other levels of math easier and more enjoyable.  $195   Grades 3-5, July 15-18, 1:00-3:00     SAT-Math Workshop A  five day workshop for all students interested in reviewing their basic math skills (Algebra and Geometry) as well as the advanced skills needed for the SAT.  Students will review test-taking strategies, and complete practice tests to prepare for the Math section of the SAT.  $225   Grades 11-12, July 15-19, 10:00-12:00 SAT-Verbal Workshop A five day workshop for all students interested in reviewing their vocabulary, grammar, and logical thinking skills needed for this test. Students will review test taking strategies, and complete practice tests to prepare for the Verbal section of the SAT.  $225   Grades 11-12, July 15-19, 1:00-3:00
Catalog Math: Individual Tutoring Arts and Math First Grade Readiness Mastering Math Facts Numbers and Nutrition SAT Math Workshop Transition to Algebra I  Study Skills & Test Prep: Individual Tutoring SAT Math Workshop SAT Verbal Workshop Study Smart Test Anxiety Language Arts: Individual Tutoring Wilson Reading Reading REWARDS First Grade Readiness Handwriting/Creative Writing Keyboarding Writer's Workshop SAT Verbal Workshop First Grade Readiness Ready, Set, Go! Join us for many fun filled activities that will prepare for a smooth transition from kindergarten into first grade. While reviewing reading, writing, math and listening skills, manipulatives, movement, games and more will make this workshop one your 5 year old will not want to miss. $195 Grade K, July 17-20, 10:00-12:00 Handwriting/ Creative Writing Poor handwriting techniques? Although cursive handwriting is no longer a part of the school curriculum, many students still want to master this skill.  We use a technique that makes it fun and easy.  Students will also participate in activities to improve visual- motor skills, muscle memory, and visual- spatial skills.  Along with learning cursive, students will learn how to be more creative with their words.  Writing simple sentences, paragraphs, and papers can be fun when learning a few tricks to get the creative rhythms flowing.  $195 Grades 3-4, July 22-25, 10:00-12:00 Grades 5-6, July 22-25 1:00-3:00   Writer's Workshop Do you know what you want to say but can't quite get organized? Do your writing assignments seem to be overwhelming?  Does a five paragraph essay seem like an impossible task?  Learn a simple format that you can apply to almost any writing assignment.  Our “easy to compose” method will help you complete these assignments with ease. $195    Grades 5-6, July 15-18, 10:00-12:00  Grades 7-8, July 15-18, 1:00-3:00   Keyboarding Would you like to increase your keying speed and accuracy? Students will see their current keying rate when the course begins and their improved rate at the end of the workshop.   Emphasis will be placed on learning proper keyboarding techniques to increase speed and accuracy.  This instructor lead course will help you improve, saving you time and energy when completing future task. $225 Grades 6-12, July 15-19, 10:00-12:00
Tel: (843) 852-5705 Email: reception@lifemanagement.org

 

LifeManagement Center offers New SKYPE services

LifeManagement Center is excited to announce skype services for long-distance clients!  This skype-ability allows us to provide services to clients who are not easily able to travel to one of our three centers to meet with our learning specialists.  Clients across the country can now schedule a consultation and meet with a learning specialist to discuss the client’s life and relationships: educational, familial, social, behavioral, and organizational in order to gain understanding of his or her strengths, weaknesses, existing diagnoses and previous testing.  Our Learning Specialist can then design and coordinate a personalized plan of action.  You can have access to the expertise of our learning specialists’ right from your home!

Recently, we have been excited to provide this service to a family from Myrtle Beach.  After skyping with Dr. Bell, the family decided they wished to have their daughter tested due to learning difficulties.  They drove down to our Charleston office for a half-day of testing then feedback was given again through skype.  Typically, a family will have at least three meetings at one of our offices for a full battery of testing and feedback.  Using this technology limited the family’s drive to the Charleston area to only one day!  This means our testing services can be more easily accessed for clients in Columbia, Beaufort, Myrtle Beach, and beyond.  And our consultation services now are accessible to client across the country.

Call LifeManagement Center (843) 852-5705 to schedule your consultation today….no matter where you are!

Prepare for a SAT or ACT Test at LifeManagement Center

SAT & ACT Tutoring  
LifeManagement Center offers SAT and ACT prep tutoring year-round. Tutoring is one-on-one and includes diagnostic practice tests and focuses on each student's individual needs. One-on-one tutoring allows students to fully engage in learning by receiving undivided attention. Thus, each student will not have to compete with others in a group setting and his/her voice will be heard. Tutoring sessions are catered to the student's individual learning style and will pinpoint the subject area(s) where he/she needs the most help. For example, if a student routinely excels in Language Arts but struggles with Math, the tutor will work with the student to improve his/her Math competencies and ultimately help him/her score higher on this section.

Our tutors and learning specialists will tailor a personalized plan that builds skills with Critical Reading, Math, and/or Writing as well as test-taking strategies.  Develop the skills and confidence you need to score higher on test day! 

”Time well spent!” - Recent LMC SAT Prep student

”Life Management made test preparation easier for my son. To have someone guide him step by step in understanding how to take such important tests really helped build his confidence and reduce test day jitters." - Parent of LMC Student

Create a High School plan

Freshmen Year

1) Enroll in challenging classes at your school.

2) Learn what SAT Subject Tests entail.

3) Read, read, read!

Sophomore Year

1) Try AP(Advanced Placement) programs at your school.

2) See if the PSAT is offered at your school. If available, take the test to see what your current score would be. 

3) If available, take SAT subject tests.

4) Uphold participation in school/volunteer activities to strengthen time-management skills.

Junior Year

1) Take the PSAT/NMSQT when offered in October. These tests will help prepare for the SAT. 

2) Send your scores to colleges of interest/available scholarship programs.

Senior Year

1) If unsatisfied with your score, you can take the SAT again.

2) Opt to take SAT subject tests to measure your knowledge of certain subject areas. These tests will highlight areas where you need improvement and repetition of these tests will ultimately reflect an improved test score. 

3) Send test scores to colleges and make sure to submit your information prior to application deadlines.

Anticipated SAT & ACT Test Dates in Charleston County

SAT

October 6, 2012

November 3, 2012

December 1, 2012

January 26, 2013

March 9, 2013

May 4, 2013

June 1, 2013

ACT

October 27, 2012

December 8, 2012

February 9, 2013

April 13, 2013

June 8, 2013

Breakdown of SAT format:

Sections	Number of Questions	Time
Writing	1 Essay	25     minutes
Critical Reading	24 Multiple choice	25     minutes
Math	20 Multiple choice	25 minutes
Writing	35 Multiple choice	25 minutes
Critical Thinking	24 Multiple choice	25 minutes
Math	8 Multiple choice/10 grid-in	25 minutes
Experimental	?? Multiple choice	25 minutes
Math	16 Multiple choice	20 minutes
Critial Thinking	19 Multiple choice	20 minutes
Writing	14 Multiple choice	10 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Robinson, Adam, John Katzman, and the Staff of The Princeton Review. Cracking the SAT 2009 Edition. New York: Random House, Inc, 2009.

Dr. Bell's Study Tip #5- Change the question!

Tired of hearing your child’s school day was “fine”?  Change the question!  What was the funniest thing that happened today?  What did you learn at school today that you think I don’t know?

 

Dr. Nancy Bell is the Director of the the Summerville LifeManagement Center. She is a SC Board of Education Certified School Psychologist Level III and a Licensed School Psychologist.

Dr. Bell's Study Tip #4- The Importance of Family Meal Time.

Set a regular family meal time and make it a priority in your day.  Show your children that meals are an important family time by turning off the TV and not answering the phone during meals.  Enjoy conversation.  Include all members of the family and try to avoid nagging and complaining so it is simply quality time.  

 

Dr. Nancy Bell is the Director of the the Summerville LifeManagement Center. She is a SC Board of Education Certified School Psychologist Level III and a Licensed School Psychologist.

LifeManagement Center Creates Buzz for Literacy at Spelling Bee

 

For immediate release

October 19, 2011

CHARLESTON- The Emmett Robinson Theatre resonated with the noisy exuberance of fans cheering for their teams at the LifeManagement Center (LMC) Corporate Spelling Bee on Tuesday the 18th.  A bearded man in a bee suit roamed the stage as Mayor Joseph P. Riley opened the event and introduced the other spelling bee officials, including Master of Ceremonies Judge Alex Sanders, Word Reader Elsa McDowell of The Post and Courier, and Judges economist Mallory Factor, educator J. Douglas Gepford, and City of Charleston Councilmember Kathleen Wilson. A team of three teachers representing Pinewood Preparatory School in Summerville beat nine other teams from local businesses, schools, and community groups with the winning word “variscite”.  The Porter-Gaud School faculty team won the team spirit award and was the first-runner up. The event raised over $10,000 to support LifeManagement Center’s literacy outreach programs in public schools and provide scholarships for children to participate in intensive reading programs at LMC’s learning centers.

Stuart McMullan, Elizabeth Martin, Bee the Bee for Literacy volunteer Paul Griffin, and Elizabeth Kauffman display the Pinewood Prep faculty's winning trophies.

Other teams included Between the Lines Book Club of Kiawah Island, Charleston School of Law, The Citadel, College of Charleston, Elliott Davis, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, and PURE Insurance. Children's Dentistry sponsored Porter-Gaud School faculty,  Maybank Properties sponsored the Charleston County Public Library team, and Summerville Pediatrics sponsored the winning Pinewood Preparatory School faculty team. Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice served as a Corporate Sponsor, with The Post and Courier and Charleston Magazine serving as media sponsors.              

LifeManagement Center’s literacy programs include the Reading REWARDS program, which is provided free of charge to Charleston County public school students. The research-validated REWARDS program is used nationally and is ideal for 5^th-8^th grade students who have at least second grade reading skills, but struggle to comprehend their textbooks. Over 320 students have participated in the program since 2007 in participating schools, including Fort Johnson, Cario, St. Andrew’s, West Ashley, and James Island Middle Schools, Memminger, Whitesides, Hursey, and Mitchell Elementary Schools, Charlestowne Academy and Military Magnet Academy.

The crowd cheers for favorite teams, competing for the Team Spirit Award at LifeManagement Center's Corporate Spelling Bee.

LifeManagement Center is a South Carolina-based 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that offers solutions to transform educational and professional challenges into life achievements for children, families, adults, and communities.  Its services include consultations, psycho-educational assessments, tutoring, coaching, counseling for parents, and workshops.  LMC has offices in Charleston, Summerville and Mt. Pleasant and can be reached at (843) 852-5705 or www.lifemanagement.org.

ADHD Awareness Week October 16-22, 2011: Debunking ADHD Myths

October 16-22 is national ADHD awareness week! LifeManagement Center has been helping children and adults with learning and attention challenges, such as ADHD, since 1995.

Though awareness about ADHD has increased since the 1990's, there are still many pervasive myths about ADHD and other attention challenges.

ADDitude Magazine's 7 Myths About ADHD...Debunked! article challenges the following popular misconceptions about ADHD:

Myth #1: ADHD isn't a real medical disorder

Myth #2: Children who are given special accommodations because of their ADHD are getting an unfair advantage

Myth #3: Children with ADHD eventually outgrow their condition

Myth #4: ADHD affects only boys

Myth #5: ADHD is the result of bad parenting

MYTH #6: Children who take ADHD medication are more likely to abuse drugs when they become teenagers.

Myth #7: People who have ADHD are stupid or lazy - they never amount to anything

 

Borrow from our Lending Library:

Would you like to learn more about ADHD or other learning or attention challenges? Stop by our West Ashley office and check out a book from our lending library.

Here are some of our recommended reads: 

Driven To Distraction : Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood by Edward M. Hallowell, M.D. 

Driven to Distraction is a must-read introduction to ADHD in children and adults. Dr. Hallowell is a LifeManagement Center National Advisory Board member and internationally recognized expert on ADHD. Dr. Hallowell was a keynote speaker at LifeManagement Center's 4th Southeastern Educational Conference.

 

Understanding Women With AD/HD by Kathleen Nadeau and Patricia Quinn 

Understanding Women With AD/HD is a great resource for understanding how ADHD affects women and girls differently. Patricia Quinn was the keynote speaker at LifeManagement Center's 9th Southeastern Educational Conference.

 

Dr. Bell's Study Tip #3- Quizzing and Flashcards

When studying, focus on self-quizzing rather than merely re-reading material.  Quizzing shows a student what material he has down pat, and which areas require more study.  Help your child try different learning techniques to find those that suit him.  Flashcards are a good way to review facts and figures.  Turn key concepts and terms into mnemonics for quick retrieval.

Dr. Nancy Bell is the Director of the the Summerville LifeManagement Center. She is a SC Board of Education Certified School Psychologist Level III and a Licensed School Psychologist.