Top Specialty Schools in Billings, MT 59105
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The Dance Factory
By booboo February 16, 2009
Oh stop your crying. If a school is based around competitions, thats what it is. They don't have time for your boring wedding dances. Go somewhere else for Ballroom Dancing. I went to this school when it first opened. I felt like a real dancer and really enjoyed dancing. Thats the whole point of a studio such as this. ...read more
The Dance Factory
By Jamie February 12, 2009
I went into the Dance Factory yesterday to inquire about lessons for my wedding at the end of June. Not only did the lady up front tell me they are just tooooo busy for new business, but continued to explain that all of their efforts are focused in dance competitions. She tried to tell me that a dance for my wedding would take at least 6 months of lessons and be VERY expensive. As if she was trying to convince me to go somewhere else and that I possibly couldn't afford their services! She said she could take my number and if they GET TIME they would call me. RIDICOULOUS! DON'T GIVE THEM YOUR BUSINESS! ...read more
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How Supplemental Education Benefits Students of All Ages
What has your child learned this summer? It has been well documented that most children actually lose academic skills over the summer. With school starting again in just a few weeks, supplemental education can make the transition back to school easier for all children. Whether a child is behind in school or at the head of the class, supplemental education is an opportunity for your child to become the best student s/he can be. The month before school starts is a great time to sharpen basic skills, work on specific subjects or even catch up. By starting the new school year successfully, your child will be more confident in the classroom. Reading- If reading was difficult for your child last year, imagine how much harder it will be this year. A targeted approach to pinpoint and tackle problem areas can improve reading skills dramatically, especially with individual instruction. Whether your child is a good reader or not, supplemental instruction teaches new skills and provides excellent reinforcement. For older students, a program focused on pulling out key elements and actively reading to learn will make it easier to understand, study, and remember more. Math - Is your child ready for the next grade level? Math is a skill that builds on itself. If basic skills are missed along the way, more challenging concepts are difficult to learn. It is important for all children to have a solid foundation. Elementary students may need help with basic math functions, while middle school students may need assistance conceptualizing fractions, word problems, ratios and other similar concepts. More advanced math students may benefit from targeted instruction in a particular subject. Writing – Is writing a paper an overwhelming task for your child? Learning how to organize your thoughts and express them in simple and concise language is a skill all children should be comfortable doing. Teaching a child how to break the process down into manageable pieces while working on the grammar is a critical skill for high school, college and the workplace. Work Habits – There are other skills students need in order to be successful. Young students must have organization, focus and listening. High school students need strong study skills to be effective at studying, time management, test-taking and more. In addition, the ability to manage one’s own learning becomes more important as children get older. No matter what your child’s level, a quality supplemental education program can provide the tools to be a more independent, organized and resourceful student. A supplemental education program can help students build skills and confidence they need in order to be successful in the classroom. Since instruction is individualized the student focuses on the skills needed most and feedback is immediate. With these methods, learning and practicing new approaches to tackle material becomes easy and enjoyable. Isn’t that what we all want for our children? ...read more
By Huntington Learning Center August 21, 2012
Study Skills: The Foundation for Lifelong Learning
Good study habits are essential for students of all ages. Certainly, no two children have the exact same style of learning, and what works for one student may not work for another. However, when it comes time to do homework, every child can benefit from a little organization. Read on for a few tips on how parents can help children form strong study habits early in school that will carry them through college and beyond:Create a system for keeping track of homework and tests.Homework for early-elementary school children may be in the form of worksheets, but older children may simply be told by their teachers what to do and when. No matter how great a memory your child has, every student should develop some kind of simple technique to keep track of unfinished homework, due dates and upcoming tests or quizzes. For a younger student, consider investing in two-sided folders for each subject: your child can store blank paper and unfinished assignments on one side and completed homework on the other. Younger children may also do well with a blank notebook labeled “Homework.” Older students might enjoy feeling grown-up by using a small calendar or day planner. Have your child accompany you to the office supply or bookstore to pick one out, and show them your own method of tracking appointments.Just as adults must set aside time for things they want and need to do, children need to allocate time in their busy days to do homework. Some children may do well with a structured routine—6:00 to 6:45 dinner, 6:45 to 7:00 relaxation, 7:00 to 8:00 homework, 8:00 to 8:30 television—while others may be more diligent about completing their homework on time without much prodding. Clearly, the length of study time and amount of parental involvement with assignments will vary depending on a child’s age, but no matter how old, children do better in school when they reserve some portion of their day for studying and homework.Designate a quiet study place.Whether doing math and science problems, reading a chapter or writing an essay, effective comprehension and learning requires concentration. And though your child may try to convince you otherwise, doing homework in front of the television will make it nearly impossible for your child to get much done. While a clutter-free desk in your child’s bedroom is an ideal study spot, other good places include a dining room table, kitchen counter or parent’s home office or study, as long as the area is quiet, well lit and has all the supplies your child will need (pencils, paper, erasers, etc.).Encourage breaks.When children come home from school, they need and deserve some downtime. Encourage your child to play (outside if the weather is nice) with siblings or friends so that your child can get a little exercise and social time. While many children will want to watch television as soon as they walk in the door, too much television may make it difficult for them to reenergize for homework time later in the evening.No child—or adult—should study for hours without small breaks. Encourage your child to take five-minute timeouts in between subjects and stand, stretch, walk around or get a glass of water.Whenever possible, allow for some amount of fun or relaxation after homework and before bedtime. Children will be more efficient during study time when they know they’ll get to watch a television show or talk on the phone after they’re finished.Give your child choices.While homework time should never be negotiable, let your child to have some say in his or her study schedule and approach for homework. If your child prefers to start with a favorite subject first, don’t force him or her to do the opposite just because it would be your preference. Establish ground rules for homework, but still allow your child flexibility.As children move into middle and high school, most teachers will assume students already have strong study habits. Children will receive less “hand holding” and will be expected to take notes and stay apprised of the semester’s schedule for homework, projects, quizzes and exams. Lay the groundwork early on by teaching your young student the importance of homework and study time. Treat studying as a subject of its own that requires practice and commitment like all other homework.Huntington helps thousands of children refine their study skills and tackle subjects where they may be struggling. If your child needs additional help, don’t wait to correct the problem. Call Huntington today to find out more about our customized tutoring programs.by Dr. Raymond J. Huntington ...read more
By Huntington Learning Center August 07, 2012
A Summer School Alternative
With school districts across the country cutting summer school programs, what alternatives are available to parents who want to help their children avoid summertime regression and work on basic skills?"Many children could use a little extra help in school and summer is a great time to get ahead or address problem areas," says Jennifer Quinn, Executive Director of the Huntington Learning Center of Billings. "Certainly, learning doesn’t have to stop because school is over. Summer is a perfect opportunity to boost your child’s chances for success in school."If summer school isn’t offered at your child’s school, try exploring other supplemental education alternatives--like a learning center. Here are some advantages of supplemental education in the summer:• Summer is an ideal time to fine-tune or improve skills. The hustle and bustle that accompanies the school year can be a great source of stress for many students who must juggle homework, activities, work and more. Without the pressure of typical school-year obligations--and seven or eight hours more free time each day for three months--many students are better able to reap the benefits of tutoring during the summer months.• Your child is the focus.It’s not unfathomable that a child who learns at a different pace or grasps concepts in a different manner might fall behind in a class of 20 or 30 students. At a learning center, teachers work with students individually or in small groups of three or four.• Individualized teaching methods help get to the root of the problem.At Huntington, teachers perform an academic evaluation of each and every student before beginning instruction so that they can first understand the child’s strengths and weaknesses. Afterward, a program of instruction is customized for the child--one that will meet his or her precise needs.• Student progress is carefully measured.Inevitably in a classroom full of children, it is difficult for one teacher to closely monitor the progress of every single student. Quality supplemental education service providers measure student development at regular intervals and keep parents (and teachers, if requested) well-informed of their child’s achievement.Yet another advantage of working with a supplemental education service provider is convenience. At Huntington, we accommodate families’ schedules. If children continue to work with us into the school year, we’re open weekends and evenings, too. Our goal is to give children the best education possible and we work with families to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible. ...read more
By Huntington Learning Center July 31, 2012
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