Why You Need To Stop Telling Your Child You Are Bad At Math

Ever caught yourself saying, “Sorry kiddo, I’m just not good at math,” when they come to you for homework help? You might think you’re just venting your frustration or making an offhand comment. But the truth is, remarks like these can have serious implications for your child’s mathematical development. Parents often unwittingly pass on their... Continue reading

Mastering Math With Mindfulness Techniques

Trying to help your child with their math homework but finding it a bit of a challenge? Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this. Most parents have been in your shoes at one point or another. The key lies in helping your little one understand the subject and find satisfaction and a sense of achievement... Continue reading

5 Effective Homework Tips for Parents: A Guide to Help Your Child Excel in Math

Welcome, parents! Dealing frequently with math homework can become quite a challenge for you and your child. But don’t worry! We’ve got the solutions to help you navigate this somewhat perplexing journey of numbers and variables, increasing your and your child’s skills and comfort with mathematics. In this article, we’ll share five practical and effective tips... Continue reading

Why We Start With An Assessment

*Note: Dropkick Math is no longer offering tutoring services.  It is absolutely understandable as a parent that you might wonder why our math help services start with a comprehensive, detailed assessment. Your child’s journey towards better comprehension in mathematics should always start with a clear understanding of where they are at present and where they want to go.... Continue reading

Reversing Summer Slide

Imagine your child conquering math problems with the confidence of an explorer discovering new lands, their eyes bright with curiosity and determination. Now, imagine the summer sun shining, the school’s out, and that spark of academic achievement slowly dims as math problems are replaced with ice cream parlours and sandcastles. That’s the summer slide, an... Continue reading

How Children Can Benefit From Summer School

As the final school bell rings and children stream out of the classrooms, eager for a summer of fun and freedom, there’s another option looming – summer school. Summer school? Yes, you heard it right! Not just for kids who need to catch up, but a golden opportunity for all children to thrive.  The idea of summer school... Continue reading

How To Speak With Your Child About Their Report Card

As the school year comes to a close, parents and students alike can’t help but anticipate the dreaded report card. While report cards often indicate progress in each subject, it is understandable to worry about how well your child may have performed in certain areas. Math, in particular, is a subject that can make both... Continue reading

How Online Learning Has Changed Since The Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about immense changes in many aspects of our lives, including how we learn and educate ourselves. The pandemic has forced many schools and universities to make drastic changes in their teaching methods, and online learning emerged as an essential tool for keeping education going in challenging times. Even as the... Continue reading

New Funding Available From The Ontario Government

Are you a resident in Ontario? If so, did you know that you can apply for direct Catch Up payments to help pay for student learning support? These payments can range from $200 to $250 and are meant to fill gaps that may have emerged from the disruption of education due to COVID‑19.  This is... Continue reading

Was Your Child Previously Enrolled in Dropkick Math?

Last year, through Ontario’s Learning Action Recovery Plan for Students Dropkick Math Academy was able to offer our programs to various school boards across Ontario. The plan was designed to help students who had been struggling in school catch up and get back on track. It invested heavily in tutoring support and included summer learning,... Continue reading