The A Grade Ahead Blog
At A Grade Ahead, spring has sprung and is well underway! While our programs run year-round, we know that this time of year can be a time of great excitement, with summer vacation right around the corner. It may also…
Read full articleThis month, I had a hard time choosing which book-turned-movie to review. After recent discussions about history with my 8th graders at A Grade Ahead, I wanted something age-appropriate for our older students that could also serve as a companion…
Read full articleAt A Grade Ahead, our day-to-day focus is empowering students through educational enrichment in math, English, and science. We also understand that fun can be found in celebrating events that relate to academics. Did you know that March 2nd, 2026…
Read full articleAt A Grade Ahead, we embrace cultural traditions from all over the world. At our Central Ohio headquarters, we celebrate several holidays throughout the year. From Diwali, to Christmas, to Halloween, our A Grade Ahead team loves to enjoy all…
Read full articleThe focus of this month’s blog comparing the book versus its film adaptation is To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Lee was a unique individual and won a Pulitzer Prize for the novel, and she was also involved in…
Read full article20,000 Leagues Under the Sea – Exploring the Depths Recently, A Grade Ahead 6th Grade English enrichment classes explored science fiction writing. As a tribute to Sci-Fi fans, I decided to choose a book versus the movie that both highlights…
Read full articleAt A Grade Ahead, we understand that creative writing builds imaginative, critical, and focused thought. This is why our English program incorporates the skill into our curriculum as early as 1st grade using writing prompts and other creative activities! No…
Read full articleAt A Grade Ahead of central Ohio, we are quite literally living the expression “April showers bring May flowers.” It seems all of the days have been full of rain, with more to promised to come before the month is…
Read full articleI have always wanted to see the stage version of Wicked, but unfortunately, that has yet to come to fruition. However, the 2024 film Wicked gave me an opportunity to experience the world of Oz. That being said, I am…
Read full articleVisual and Verbal Communication with Students How the teacher and their students communicate is important in order to ensure the quality of learning. Whether the exchange is visual or verbal, both are effective ways of not only teaching the material,…
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