During Summer, most teens (and kids) are used to staying up a little later than usual and sleeping in. Although this is a nice change compared to an early start when school is in session, it can sometimes be a challenge getting back to a healthy sleep schedule. To get set up for success, it’s...

It’s that time again! Summer is almost over, and many of you have probably already started your back to school shopping. While you have likely already covered the basics, we thought it would be fun to create a list of items you may haven’t considered. Of course, all of these are IET approved.    Shark...

At IET, we recognize the importance of a good diet and understand the negative impacts choosing the “wrong” foods can have on a student with learning differences. While the “right” foods can boost cognitive functions, memory and behavior, poor food choices can make everything worse. Here are a few ingredients worth avoiding.  Artificial Colors  Artificial...

As you may already know, many colleges consider interests and activities outside of the classroom when it comes to admissions. If you don’t already have plans this summer, it may be beneficial to focus on productive activities that may look attractive to schools you plan on applying to in the future. Here are a few...

Did you know? Memory is actually a muscle you can learn to work out. Similar to someone going to the gym, there are actually tips and tricks that can help you exercise your mind. By helping your brain improve the way it remembers information, you are giving yourself the opportunity to increase test scores and...