Revolutionary Minds: Unlocking the Brilliance in All of Us

Hi, I’m Jessica Menkhus, a premium-level tutor here at Revolution Prep with over 17 years of experience teaching kids to thrive academically. In this blog post we’re talking about the Summer Slide and how to avoid learning loss during the months between each school year. It’s not hard, but it does take a small amount of preparation! Whether your child is in kindergarten, prepping for college, or any grade in-between, the right summer strategy can make all the difference to their confidence (and grades) heading into the fall term.

Sophomore year is often called the “transition year” in high school. Your teen isn’t the wide-eyed freshman figuring out where the cafeteria is, but they’re not quite the upperclassman planning prom either. However, this middle year packs a punch, especially when it comes to grades. Your child’s sophomore year grades—particularly those earned at the end of the year—can set the tone for junior year and even their long-term academic trajectory.

Starting high school is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a time when students can unknowingly fall into habits that hinder their academic and personal growth. Freshman and sophomore years lay the foundation for future success, so avoiding these 5 common pitfalls is essential: