For a brighter tomorrow

Learn. Educate. Grow

As children move up through the grades, pressure builds, coursework and studying demands increase, and supporting students’ academic endeavors with essential learning strategies becomes even more crucial though is too often overlooked. That’s where I come in. My books, articles, blogs, and resources are all designed to provide students with the tools they need to be successful, while supporting the efforts of parents and teachers at the same time.

Books by Carol Josel

Together, we can make a difference in your child’s and/or students’ academic performance, as they delve into their textbooks and e-books, take notes, prep for tests, master coursework—and strive to stay organized, too. Academics asks a lot of them—and you, too—so please send me any school-wise questions you might have. I’ll personally respond to each one and then post it on my blog to help others. I look forward to hearing from you and working together. Click here to connect with me.

The Uphill Battle Facing America’s Traditional Public K-12 Schools

Moody’s Ratings has now given our traditional K-12 public schools “a negative outlook.” The top reason: slowing revenue. The $121.9 billion from the Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief III had to be spent by January 28, 2025, now extended to March 2026--but on a...

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Social Media As Mental Health Advisor

  When looking for answers, kids used to turn to a parent, teacher, or some other trusted adult. Nowadays, though, many are drawn to sites like TikTok on their quest for self and belonging, as evidenced by a recent EdWeek Research Center survey.  Among the findings:...

Education Reforms Have Put kids—Especially Boys–at Risk

REMINDER:  George W. Bush’s 2002 No Child Left Behind (NCLB) claimed it “has raised expectations and improved results.” REMINDER: NCLB’s follow-up, the Barack Obama/secretary of Education Arne Duncan ’s July 24, 2009, $4.35 billion Race to the Top and June 2, 2010...

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