by Sean Gallagher | May 10, 2025 | Learning Coach
The line between traditional schooling and homeschooling used to be simple. Kids either went to a brick-and-mortar school and learned from teachers, or they learned at home under the instruction of their parents. But with the rise of remote learning, something the...
by Sean Gallagher | Apr 9, 2025 | Learning Coach
Considering virtual learning for your child? You’ve probably come across the term learning coach. You might have an idea of what it means just from reading it, but what exactly does a learning coach do? In the virtual learning model, learning coaches aren’t teachers,...
by Sean Gallagher | Apr 8, 2025 | Early College, Elementary, Learning Coach, Virtual Academy
ChatGPT took the world by storm when it was publicly released in 2022. People were excited about its potential, but at the same time, scared for what a future driven by AI technology would look like, and students everywhere thought, “I’ll never have to write another...
by Sean Gallagher | May 21, 2024 | Early College, Elementary, Learning Coach, Virtual Academy
Even the most dedicated students sometimes struggle to stay motivated and engaged with their school work. But studying doesn’t have to feel like a chore. There are many proven student motivation techniques to help you get your work done, and even have fun while doing...
by Sean Gallagher | Dec 12, 2023 | Learning Coach, Virtual Academy
Online schooling is personalized and flexible, empowering young learners to take a more active, independent role in their education. But in order to build necessary skills and confidence, students at virtual academies need strong support systems – both at home and in...
by Sean Gallagher | Dec 6, 2023 | Learning Coach, Virtual Academy
The transition from middle school to high school is a crucial time for in-person and virtual learners alike. It brings academic, psychological, and social changes, and it means learning to adapt to a whole new environment and new expectations. But while the transition...