Homework Solutions: A Teacher's Guide-The Missing Link Between Home and School

A Teacher's Guide-The Missing Link Between Home and School  The “Homework Solutions” series present a creative and innovative approach to help students, parents and teachers manage the “hornet’s nest” of homework. This practical workbook empowers students to manage materials and juggle the multiple demands of school. Students will benefit from unique strategies by gaining a better understanding of their learning style, advocating for themselves and ultimately taking charge of their academic achievement. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the success of students.” -Kathy Coleman, MA Inclusion Coordinator Facilitatory/Mentor -“Schools Attuned” “Using Ms. Olivadoti’s approach helped our family escape the homework rat race. By learning about themselves and what works best for them, our children created their own solutions to  homework challenges. Homework is easier, school success is assured, and our stress levels are reduced because of the ideas in this book. I highly recommend it to any parent. What happened in our family was amazing. Our kids are happy, and I get to read novels again.” -Rick Davitt - Father of Eight and Eleven year old sons “I’ve used this program for eleven years. It’s easy to implement and the results are amazing.” -Elaine Sarkin - Master Teacher – 35 year veteran of teaching “As a parent and teacher advocate, I believe this is a powerful book. It goes to the heart of creating a meaningful homework experience for students.” -Marc Ecker Ph.D. Superintendent Fountain Valley School District “This book is a goldmine of techniques from which students ages eight to eighteen can benefit.” -John Sullivan Assistant Head - The Pegasus School “Ms. Olivadoti has helped hundreds of students achieve success using these methods. Students and parents know that this system works. Students learn that effort and persistence not only brings academic success, it brings confidence and a ‘can do’ attitude - an invaluable skill that is theirs forever. ” -Laura K. Hathaway, Ed.D. Founder/Director, The Pegasus School “The end result of this program has been a greater independence and confidence and the development of life long problem solving skills for our child.” -Jim Goss Burbank School District GATE Parent Advisory Committee   Author - Victoria Olividoti  Victoria has an amazing ability to capture her audience, entertain them, and leave them thinking differently about the role of parent, student, and teacher in education today. Her seminars not only empower students, they empower teachers and parents, as well. Seminar attendees will leave with concrete strategies that will make small changes in instruction and huge gains with their students. "She provides the missing link," stated Kim Linker at a recent training session. "Vicki provides parents with strategies that are unique yet simple." Victoria's Credentials  Over 20 years of helping parents and students deal with digital distractions. Master teacher for forty-five years. Recognized most recently by the "Who's Who of Teachers," "Who's Who of Women in Business," "Who's Who of Influential Educators." Dedicated teacher at the Pegasus School in Huntington Beach.  Currently working with third grade students. Lovingly known as the "Homework Doc" by her empowered students. Takes students from failing status to Honor Role in one semester.  Coaches college students who have been swallowed-up by the demands of college life. Valuable speaker at national conferences.  Has also been an extension an instructor University of California at Irvine Department of Continuing Education.  Popular presenter for school districts and parent organizations.   Brings an end to Homework Headaches Strategies to Improve test scores Shares an innovative approach to instruction and the implementation of study skills and test taking skills. Columnist for the Long Beach Grunion Gazette. Offers strategies that empower students to get their needs met from their teachers without parent intervention.