*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
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
Do you struggle to have meaningful conversations with your children about math? Of course, we want our kids to understand and remember their math lessons, but that’s not the only goal. Communicating honestly and openly during conversations about complex topics like mathematics can help create deeper connections between parents and children while building self-confidence and... Continue reading
As parents, we want our children to succeed academically. We want them to have the necessary resources and opportunities available to them as they work hard toward their education. But with today’s realities, it can be difficult for parents to provide their children with in-person math tutoring services due to various restrictions such as time... Continue reading
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
As the new school year begins, many parents are considering how their child can reflect on the past year and grow into the next one. It can be helpful for students to take some time to reflect on their previous year of schooling before diving into a new one. This reflection can take many forms,... Continue reading
It’s been a few years since the pandemic hit, and we are starting to see its effects on education. Schools were closed, children were out of school for extended periods of time, and virtual learning was introduced. This was all done in an effort to keep children safe from the virus. But what about the... Continue reading
Any parent with a school-aged child knows that math can be a challenge. Sometimes, it can be hard to know when to step in and offer math help with their homework or when to let the teacher take the lead. By contacting your child’s teacher, they may be able to help. However, many parents often... Continue reading
When your child comes to you for math help, you may think they are speaking an entirely different language. The way that math operations are now taught have most likely changed since you were in school and appear completely different. Not only is the representation different, but the way your child speaks about math may... Continue reading
Does your child need help with their math? Believe it or not, sometimes it’s difficult to tell. Many parents often believe their child only needs math tutoring if they struggle in school. However, with the disruption in learning caused by COVID over the past couple of years, it is becoming commonplace for students of all... Continue reading
