At Self Development Academy, our students learn to push past their comfort zones, strengthen their weaknesses, and embrace their strengths. But becoming self-aware is a process. Consider these questions to...
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Perhaps more than ever, people are aware of and support mental health. We’ve talked about it many times: here (a morning routine for mental health) and here (your child’s mental...
Read MoreWorld Teachers’ Day is Oct. 5. At Self Development Academy, our teachers are world-class. Take a look at just one take on what our teachers want our students to know....
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Gone are the days of crafting a resume or application to make a proper impression on an admissions counselor for college or a potential boss. These days, a quick Google...
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When we talk about the “pedagogical milestones” of Self Development Academy, we are referring to the pillars of our approach to teaching. These are the most important things we identify...
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Last week we explored how to nurture creativity in our children. Another piece to well-rounded problem solvers? Valuing learning over accomplishment. When children expect and accept failure as part of...
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Creativity is important for children and adults alike. No matter what stage of life, creative people will often be problem-solvers, curious, industrious, and intrinsically motivated. To nurture creativity in our...
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At Self Development Academy, we have top-notch teachers. They are brilliant, passionate, and caring. When partnered with parents, teachers have the potential to impact their students' lives in ways that...
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We love back-to-school season! The excitement, fresh opportunities, budding young minds ready to learn … but let’s be honest. There’s a bit of a honeymoon period, and then reality sets...
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The kindergarten program at Self Development Academy (SDA) prepares each student for first grade, but beyond that, for a lifetime of learning. “By the end of his/her kindergarten year, most are...
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