The Prefrontal Cortex and Mindfulness
At Self Development Academy, our philosophy emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, self-knowledge, and self-acceptance. This development, in part, depends on the prefrontal cortex, which controls emotional regulation and executive function. […]
5 Benefits of Running for Kids
While much of the country can’t say the same, Arizona has some perfect weather forecast for the next week or so. Mild days in the 60s and 70s in December […]
Announcement: Dr. Majeed and Team Teaching
Here at Self Development Academy, we have a long history – more than 20 years – and a strong foundation for adapting to the needs of our students while utilizing […]
Thankful for Teachers
As we head into Thanksgiving week, it’s the perfect time to give a shout out to our wonderful teachers at Self Development Academy. We are so thankful for teachers! […]
How to Communicate without Speaking
For teachers leading a classroom or parents guiding their children, so much more goes into the message than the words spoken. While curriculum is of utmost importance, what we convey […]
The Foundation for Education and Personal Growth
At Self Development Academy, we talk a lot about our top-notch curriculum. Our schools are award winning, and our students enjoy success and accomplishment within our walls and well beyond […]
5 Horrifying Habits to Kill Now
With Halloween this weekend, what better time to talk about some tricks for strong study habits and the resulting treats of productivity, good grades, and well-rounded students? Consider these horrifying […]
Early Literacy in the Pandemic
While early literacy is always important, in light of Covid-19 and the effects of a pandemic on a generation of readers, encouraging reading is more important than ever. Early […]
Benefits to Failing: How to embrace the struggle
As we start the school year, everyone wants to be set up for success. Teachers clearly explain expectations, share syllabi, and map out students’ path to a productive, successful year. […]
The Delta Variant and the 2021-22 School Year
As we welcome students back to school, we want to share our vision for the school year and our plans to navigate the threat of the Delta variant. While the data […]
