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ver the years, the realm of education in the Garden State has undergone
signi icant transformation, re lecting the changing needs and aspirations of
students, parents, and educators alike.
From its beginnings to the present day, the education system in New Jersey has
continually evolved to meet the demands of a dynamic and diverse society. With a rich
history of educational reform and innovation, the state has emerged as a pioneer in the
ield of education, setting high standards for academic achievement and student success.
At the heart of this evolution are the top-performing schools featured in The
Education View's latest edition, "Education Excellence: Top-Performing Schools in
New Jersey." These are the schools that exemplify the highest standards of teaching,
learning, and student achievement. These schools have distinguished themselves
through their commitment to academic rigor, innovation, and student-centered
learning.
The motive behind this edition is to recognize and celebrate the outstanding
achievements of these schools and to inspire others to emulate their success. By
shining a spotlight on their exemplary practices and achievements, we hope to
provide valuable insights and inspiration to educators, administrators,
policymakers, and stakeholders across the state.
Looking ahead, the future prospects for education in New Jersey are bright
and promising. With a continued focus on innovation, collaboration, and
student-centered learning, the state is poised to build upon its legacy of
educational excellence and chart new pathways for success. As we
navigate the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, we
remain committed to ensuring that every student in New Jersey
has access to a high-quality education that prepares them for
success in school and beyond.
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New Hope School
Fostering the Upbringing of the Whole Person
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Top 10 Study Hacks Every Student Should Know

Education Excellence: Top-Performing
Schools in New Jersey
Institute Brief
Eastern Christian
School
New Hope School
Queen Of Peace
Grammar School
The Pennington
School
Christ the Teacher
Academy
newhopeschoolnj.com
qpgs.org
pennington.org
At the core of New Hope School's mission is the
belief in fostering peace within students and in
their relationships with others.
The Mission of Queen of Peace Grammar
School is to empower its students with Catholic
teachings, morality and traditions along with
knowledge, academic, and technological skills.
The Pennington School fosters an Academic and
Co-curricular Environment that blends high
expectations for excellence with personalized
support to ensure every student achieves success in
readiness for college study.
Christ the Teacher Academy epitomizes
excellence in education, blending academic rigor
with spiritual development and a strong sense of
community.
Eastern Christian School's mission is to stimulate
intellectual growth, foster spiritual development
and empower students to make a positive impact
on the world.
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ducation is an
Eextensive and
in luential ield that
has the power to shape the
future of society. For a child,
education begins at a tender
age when the brain is
curious about the world and
has an immense capacity to
learn and grow. That's why
nurturing young minds with
love, care, and empathy at
schools is crucial. These
values help them develop
sound mental health,
teaching them moral values
such as kindness,
compassion, and
faithfulness.
Education is not just
about academics; it is a
holistic approach
encompassing spiritual
growth. Instilling a sense of
spirituality in young
learners is essential, as it
ills their hearts with
compassion and hope. It
helps them develop a
positive outlook and instills
a sense of purpose.
Thus, the world of
education is not just about
imparting knowledge; it is
about shaping young minds
and preparing them for a
better tomorrow. These
values help students
appreciate the world
around them, and they grow
into responsible citizens.
Christ the Teacher
Academy, situated in Fort
Lee, North-east Bergen
County, New Jersey, was
established following the
closing of four churches'
parish schools: Church of
the Madonna, Holy Trinity,
Holy Rosary, and Epiphany.
has served students' needs
in the greater Fort Lee area
for over 20 years.
It is situated on the grounds
of Madonna Parish. These
schools were distinguished
by their shared social
development values,
academic brilliance, and
Catholic identity, these
qualities are still present
today.
Inculcating Spirituality in
Young Hearts
At Christ the Teacher
Academy, as the name
implies, Christ is the model
teacher. It aims to develop
its students' spiritual,
intellectual, moral, physical,
and social potential.
The school believes in the
saying of Christ, "Let the
little children come to me."
Through his example, the
school welcomes all to learn
his words. As educators, the
faculty aim to give the
students a solid foundation
in academics, faith, and
citizenship.
The school's mission is to
guide each student to
develop to their fullest
potential spiritually,
intellectually, morally,
physically, and socially with
Christ as their model. The
vision is to continuously
provide a safe, nurturing,
yet rigorous environment so
that every child is well-
prepared for the future.
Christ's message is the
soul of the school
community. The school
believes that each child is a
gift from god with varying
strengths and abilities. They
can be educated and guided
to perform at their best, and
the support of the
community and
stakeholders is critical to
their success.
Strategies to Achieve
Educational Excellence
has a speci ic method to
maintain its exceptional
performance. These
strategies include:
• Teachers use professional
development
opportunities to enhance
current educational
trends and technology
within the classroom.
• Use of Map Growth test
scores to identify
academic strengths and
weaknesses.
• Administration sources
and uses all available
funding dollars ef iciently
and eﬀectively for optimal
student performance.
• Strong Home School
Association provides
fundraising opportunities
and support.
Dealing with the
Challenges
has been through highs and
lows but has always
maintained the quality of
education. Some of the
signi icant challenges are:
• Maintaining and
increasing enrollment.
• Recruiting the most
talented faculty members.
• Eﬀectively servicing a
more extensive and
increasingly diverse
student population.
This prestigious institute
sailed through the
challenges with the
following strategies:
• Establishment of a strong
STEM program.
• Construction projects
underway to
accommodate the growing
student population.
• Providing Arts and
Physical Education classes
for all grades.
• Providing Spanish classes
for all grades.
• Addition of various
extracurricular programs-
taekwondo, tennis, chess,
debate club, volleyball,
boy's league, wellness for
girls, BETA club, National
Junior Honor Society,
Student Council, and
ambassador program.
• Availability of before and
aftercare programs for
Our school is Middle States
accredited, our students understand
that we live out our faith in our words
and actions, and our students have
respect for themselves and others.

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working parents extended
aftercare until 6:30 pm.
• Construction of a new
kitchen to ensure daily hot
nutritious lunches for the
students and faculty.
Full-time medical staff.
Leveraging Technology to
Enhance Classroom
Experience
With many technological
advancements, such as G-
Suite for Education, Christ
the Teacher Academy was
able to switch to remote
learning for all students
immediately during the
beginning of the COVID-19
pandemic crisis. When the
2020-21 school year began,
it offered the students the
choice of remote or in-
person instruction, ensuring
their education would be
disrupted as little as
possible.
Christ the Teacher
provides students with
various technological
advantages, such as:
• 1:1 Chromebooks for
students in Grades 3-8,
• Use of iPads for Pre-K
students,
• Provide weekly
technology classes for all
grade levels,
• Addition of Fire TVs in
Pre-K classrooms,
• Addition of Sharp AQUOS
Boards,
• 3D printers in the STEM
lab,
• Creation of a School Media
Center.
Crafting an Extended
Family Atmosphere
Alongside its irst-class
academic instruction, Christ
the Teacher always aims to
maintain the atmosphere of
an extended family for
students. Its culture is to
foster teamwork among all
faculty and staff members in
planning times for grade-
level teachers.
It also tries to nurture a
sense of community among
the parents, teachers, and
students. The faith-based
community-monthly mass, a
celebration of holidays as a
school family, catholic
traditions, and teachings are
all traditions of Christ the
Teacher Academy. The
institute encourages fun
family and school events
like Breakfast with Santa,
Family Bingo, Homecoming
Dance, Thanksgiving
Luncheon, Trunk or Treat,
Easter Bunny Snack, etc.
Prestigious Awards and
Recognitions
Christ the Teacher has
achieved numerous awards
and recognitions, such as:
• National Blue-Ribbon
status.
• It attained Academy
Status.
• Won several STEM
awards, including CNBC
New York.
• It has continuously
achieved the Middle States
Accreditation.
• It was named Fort Lee
Best of the Area for
Schools.
These accolades speak to
the credibility and quality of
the programs by validating
the excellence of the
curriculum, student success,
and industry relevance of
the approach.
Inclusive Extra-Curricular
Activities
Extracurricular activities
enhance the students'
personality, providing them
with inclusivity and
creativity. The academic and
extracurricular support that
offers to prepare students
for future success are as
follows:
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Our mission is to guide each
student to develop to their fullest
potential spiritually, intellectually,
morally, physically, and socially with
Christ as our model.

• Gifted and Talented
program
• Variety of sports
programs
• Debate and Oratory Clubs
• Teacher-led Summer
Camp
• Summer programs
• Beta Club
• National Junior Honor
Society
• Community Service
projects
• Student Council
These activities provide
the required break from
academics and nurture the
children with excellent
skills and memories to be
cherished for life.
Promoting Critical
Thinking and Mental
Acuity
In order to preserve
academic standards and
promote young learners'
critical thinking, mental
acuity, and inventiveness, a
varied and inclusive student
body is essential. A few
steps taken by Christ the
Teacher Academy are as
follows:
• Ensure that prospective
parents understand that
all students are welcome
here.
• Creating one of the Middle
States goals to be more
inclusive.
• Incorporating
professional development
for the teachers to enable
diﬀerentiation for the
vast, diverse population.
The Extraordinary
Teachers
The teaching faculty is the
backbone of any
educational institute; they
impart knowledge, taking
care of the holistic
development of the
students. Christ the Teacher
Academy's dedicated
teaching faculty and their
commitment play a pivotal
role in the success of the
school. Using the following
strategies, these educators
are able to establish such a
student-centric
atmosphere:
• Grade level planning
meetings
• Teamwork to overcome
challenging circumstances
• Teacher collaboration
between classes and grade
levels
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• Teacher-created clubs
• Teacher summer
programs
• Teachers committed to
attending student events
on the weekends and
evenings
• Teachers participate in a
variety of professional
development
opportunities and classes
as they continue to be
lifelong learners
Every student at Christ
the Teacher Academy is the
community's future, and the
school holds this ideology at
heart with irm conviction.
Its motivated teaching staﬀ
is dedicated to imparting
moral values, high
standards of education, and
an integrated body of
knowledge. The institute
works to model and develop
its pupils as remarkable
individuals with the
potential to become
spectacular adults. It makes
the required adjustments to
meet their needs while
considering their challenges
and skills, resulting in a
customized, one-on-one
teaching strategy.
Staying Connected to the
Roots
For a child's holistic growth
and development to be
transparent and supported
in reaching goals, there
must be ongoing
communication with
parents, guardians, and the
community. To make sure
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that the pupils are doing the
same, Christ the Teacher
Academy employs the
following practices:
• Weekly Digital Backpack
• School Website
• Facebook, Twitter and
Instagram
• Google Classroom/
Remind/Class Tag
Christ the Teacher
Academy is an esteemed
educational institute that
believes Christ is the ideal
teacher in all aspects. The
school's aim to emulate his
lifestyle, empowering
learners to attain their whole
spiritual, intellectual, moral,
physical, and social potential,
is highly appreciable. By
instilling moral values and
utilizing current teaching
methods, they may cultivate
a generation that will thrive
in the future.
Christ the Teacher
Academy welcomes students
of all backgrounds. This
institution fosters a strong
foundation in academics,
faith, and citizenship. It
educates and guides each
child to achieve their full
potential and promotes a
strong sense of community,
enabling students to thrive
academically.
The school's excellent
Gifted and Talented
Program serves students in
grades 3 through 8, is the
best example of how the
team constantly looks for
new ways to push its
students. They are
challenged to the limit at
this school to ensure they
reach their full potential.
The school's dedication to
its pupils is genuinely
exceptional. The institute is
excited about what it will
accomplish in the upcoming
weeks and months as it
celebrates its incredible
success this year.
Our dedicated teaching faculty is
committed to delivering an integrated
knowledge base, high education
standards, and moral values.
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Article
Secrets
Unlocking the
Academic Success
to
uccess in academia
Sis not merely about
memorizing facts or
taking exams; it's about
developing a mindset and
acquiring skills that propel
one forward in both
academic and professional
spheres. From excelling in
school to thriving in life
beyond academia,
unlocking the secrets to
academic success involves
a combination of
strategies, habits, and
attitudes that foster
continuous growth and
achievement. This article
will explore the key
elements that contribute
to academic success and
how they pave the way for
success beyond the
classroom.
Cultivating a Growth
Mindset
At the heart of academic
success lies a growth
mindset—a belief that
intelligence and abilities
can be developed through
dedication and effort.
Embracing a growth
mindset empowers
individuals to view
challenges as
opportunities for growth
rather than
insurmountable obstacles.
Students who believe in
their capacity to learn and
improve are more likely to
persevere through
setbacks, seek out
constructive feedback, and
engage in effective study
strategies. Cultivating a
growth mindset lays the
foundation for lifelong
learning and resilience,
essential qualities for
success in any endeavor.
Setting Clear Goals
Setting clear, achievable
goals is essential for
academic success.
Whether it's aiming for a
certain GPA, mastering a
particular subject, or
pursuing extracurricular
interests, having well-
de ined goals provides
direction and motivation.
Effective goal-setting

involves breaking down
larger objectives into
smaller, manageable tasks,
creating a roadmap for
progress. By setting
speci ic, measurable,
attainable, relevant, and
time-bound (SMART)
goals, students can track
their progress, stay
focused, and celebrate
their achievements along
the way.
Time Management and
Prioritization
Time is a inite resource,
and eﬀective time
management is crucial for
academic success.
Learning to prioritize
tasks, allocate time
ef iciently, and maintain a
balance between academic
responsibilities and
personal interests is key.
Strategies such as creating
schedules, utilizing to-do
lists, and avoiding
procrastination help
students stay organized
and on track. By mastering
time management skills,
students can optimize
their productivity, reduce
stress, and make the most
of their academic journey.
Active Learning and
Engagement
Passive learning, such as
simply attending lectures
and taking notes, is often
insuf icient for deep
understanding and
retention of material.
Active learning strategies,
such as participating in
class discussions, asking
questions, and applying
concepts in real-world
contexts, foster deeper
engagement and
comprehension.
Additionally, collaborative
learning activities, such as
group projects and study
groups, promote critical
thinking, communication
skills, and teamwork—all
of which are invaluable for
academic and professional
success.
Seeking Support and
Resources
No student is an island,
and seeking support and
utilizing available
resources is essential for
academic success.
Whether it's seeking help
from professors, academic
advisors, or tutors, or
utilizing academic support
services such as writing
centers or libraries,
students should not
hesitate to reach out when
they encounter challenges.
Building a support
network of peers, mentors,
and professionals provides
encouragement, guidance,
and access to valuable
resources that can
enhance learning and
academic performance.
Embracing Failure and
Learning from Mistakes
Failure is not a sign of
incompetence; rather, it is
an opportunity for growth
and learning. Embracing
failure as a natural part of
the learning process
allows students to develop
resilience, adaptability,
and problem-solving skills.
Instead of being
discouraged by setbacks,
students should re lect on
their mistakes, identify
areas for improvement,
and approach challenges
with renewed
determination. By
reframing failure as a
stepping stone to success,
students can overcome
obstacles and achieve their
academic goals with
greater con idence and
resilience.
Cultivating
Self -Discipline and
Accountability
Self-discipline is the
cornerstone of academic
success, requiring
students to take
responsibility for their
actions, stay focused on
their goals, and maintain
consistent eﬀort and
dedication. Setting aside
distractions, establishing
study routines, and
adhering to deadlines are
all manifestations of self-
discipline. Additionally,
holding oneself
accountable for academic
performance and progress
fosters a sense of
ownership and
commitment to excellence.
By cultivating self-
discipline and
accountability, students
empower themselves to
take control of their
academic journey and
achieve their full potential.
Nurturing Well-Being
and Balance
Academic success is not
solely determined by
grades and achievements;
it also encompasses well-
being and balance in life.
Prioritizing self-care,
maintaining healthy
habits, and fostering a
supportive environment
contribute to overall well-
being and academic
performance. Students
should strive to ind a
balance between academic
pursuits and personal
interests, hobbies, and
relationships. Taking
breaks, practicing
mindfulness, and seeking
support when needed are
essential for managing
stress and promoting
mental health. By
nurturing well-being and
balance, students lay the
foundation for sustained
academic success and
ful illment in life.
Conclusion
Unlocking the secrets to
academic success involves
a multifaceted approach
that encompasses
mindset, goal-setting, time
management, active
learning, seeking support,
embracing failure, self-
discipline, and well-being.
By cultivating these
essential elements,
students not only excel in
school but also lay the
groundwork for success in
their future endeavors.
Academic success is not
merely a destination but a
journey of continuous
growth, learning, and self-
discovery. By embracing
the journey and applying
these principles, students
can unlock their full
potential and thrive in
school and beyond.
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Fostering the Upbringing of the Whole Person
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chools play a vital role
Sin the upbringing of
children by providing
them with education,
socialization, values, skills,
and experiences that
contribute to their holistic
development. The
partnership between
parents and schools creates
a well-rounded foundation
for children's growth and
prepares them for a
successful and ful illing
future.
New Hope School
believes in fostering the
upbringing of the whole
person: intellectually,
emotionally, socially, and
spiritually.
New Hope School's
education philosophy is that
education involves more
than simply addressing the
intellect. The school
accomplishes this through a
challenging academic
curriculum, a strong
character education
program, and a creative
music and arts program.
All grades begin the day
with inspirational readings
from various scriptural,
historical, and cultural
sources to help students
gain a deeper
understanding of their own
identity and value. The
importance of moral and
ethical principles is stressed
as a foundation for healthy
character development.
A Peace Academy
In addition to its academic
program, the school places
great emphasis on its
character education
program, from which the
school derives its motto,
“A Peace Academy." New
Hope School seeks to raise
children who will be
peaceful both with
themselves and in their
relationships with others.
Throughout the school
year, in regular classes and
special sessions, students
are instructed in timeless
virtues, such as honesty,
fairness, and compassion,
and are encouraged to
participate in service
projects for the community.
The school fosters a
dedicated learning
environment through small
class sizes in which teachers
are able to get to know their
students deeply on a
personal level. In this way,
teachers know their
students' strengths and
weaknesses, their learning
styles, and their abilities
and interests in order to
give them the support and
encouragement they need
to ful ill their tasks well and
leave them with a sense of
accomplishment.
New Hope's commitment
to excellence begins with a
well-organized and
challenging curriculum
provided by the Core
Knowledge Foundation.
This curriculum is
supplemented by various
project-based learning
activities at each grade level
throughout the school year
in which students are
challenged to apply their
learning to real-world
scenarios. For example, over
the years, students have
built a 3D model of the
Delaware River Gap, created
their own businesses,
developed the concept of a
model school, play-acted
investing in the stock
market, learned to pitch a
city of their choosing to a
ictitious IT CEO looking to
relocate the company's
headquarters, and
researched the history of
the city where the school is
located, among many
others.
“
As a small school, we pride ourselves in
having a family atmosphere in which
everyone knows each other.
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New Hope School expects
its teachers to love teaching
and engage their students
enthusiastically in their
lessons. The more teachers
do this, the school believes
the more their students will
love learning.
Fostering a Family
Atmosphere
As a small school, New Hope
School prides itself on
having a family atmosphere
in which everyone knows
each other. The school
actively encourages older
students to be role models
for the younger ones and to
see each other as brothers
and sisters. It sees teachers
as having a parental role in
their relationship with their
students.
Almost invariably, its
students go on to do very
well in high school and
beyond. Upon graduation,
Our dedication to accomplishment
begins with a well-organized and
challenging curriculum provided by the
Core Knowledge Foundation.
Jan Mendoza
First-grade Teacher,
New Hope School
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they are regularly accepted
to a selective charter high
school in the area. They
very often are honors
students in high school and
college. One of its graduates
became the valedictorian at
her high school. Another
recent graduate was
featured in the city
magazine for winning irst
place in a ilm competition.
New Hope School offers a
variety of extracurricular
activities after school,
ranging from clubs in art,
math, reading, robotics, and
chess to martial arts, yoga,
and dance classes to choir
and various kinds of sports
activities. It regards these
opportunities as important
supplements to their
academic education to help
students develop
themselves in both mind
and body.
Enhancing Educational
Facilities
During the COVID
pandemic, New Hope School
distinguished itself by
remaining open and
maintaining its regular
academic schedule even at
times when, by state
mandate, it was entirely
virtual. The school
purchased special
equipment to enable
students to access the
classrooms and teachers
from home and offered a
hybrid system for a period
of time as the pandemic
began to wane.
Every year the school
partners with various
organizations in order to
enhance its educational
program. New Hope School
has collaborated with
De ined Learning for its
project-based learning
program; Mad Science,
Renaissance Child, and
KidzToPros in support of its
after-school activities;
Elevate to promote social-
emotional learning, and
Boss Club to teach students
how to create and operate
their own businesses.
New Hope School
intentionally limits the use
of technology in the regular
classroom. Its education
program highlights the
teacher-student
relationship and encourages
collaboration among
students in various types of
group work. At the same
time, all its classes are
equipped with interactive
whiteboards, which are
used extensively. All
students have computer
class once a week where the
lower grades learn basic
computer skills and the
upper grades more
advanced skills like coding
and design. Teachers make
use of the computer lab at
various times throughout
the week for special
projects that require
students to have a computer
or internet access.
Offering Greater Personal
Assistance
As a school with small class
sizes, as mentioned earlier,
teachers are able to offer
their students a greater
amount of personal support
than those in schools with
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Our educational program remains
rigorous and relevant; our staff reviews
the school's curriculum on a regular
basis.
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larger classes. Its classes
typically have 10-12
students. Beyond this, New
Hope School offers one-on-
one tutoring after school for
students who need extra
help with their studies. In
addition, the school has a
special services teacher
who comes in twice a week
to work with students
needing extra help in
certain areas. The teacher
may work with students in
the classroom or as pullouts
from the class.
To ensure that its
educational program
remains rigorous and
relevant, New Hope School's
staff reviews the school's
curriculum on a regular
basis. It also holds
professional development
sessions at the school
throughout the year to
support teachers to be able
to deliver the material and
engage the students in the
best way possible. New
Hope School inds itself
fortunate that the Core
Knowledge Foundation
itself is engaged in the
ongoing development of its
educational materials. At
the beginning of each school
year, its faculty are informed
of new developments in the
curriculum and given
support to include these
developments in their
teaching. In addition, each
year, the school conducts a
survey of parents, asking for
their ideas on ways the
school can continually
improve its educational
offering.
Celebrating
Accomplishments
Each year the school holds a
spelling bee, the winner of
which represents the school
at the regional spelling bee.
The names of all the
students who have won
going back to 2006 are
highlighted on a plaque in
the front lobby.
At the end of the school
year, various awards are
presented to students to
recognize and celebrate
their achievements in
different areas. Among
these are the President's
Awards for Academic
Excellence and Achievement
which are accompanied by a
letter from the President of
the United States. Students
who showed a good
example of public-
mindedness and a sense of
responsibility are presented
with Citizenship Awards.
Students who had perfect
attendance are also
recognized with an award.
Also, various kinds of
character awards are
presented to students at the
year-end assembly.
Laying a Foundation for
Good Education
New Hope School has two
major fundraisers during
the school year, one in the
fall and one in the spring,
which are about more than
simply raising money for
the school. The fall
fundraiser is also a Read-a-
Thon in which parents are
asked to ind sponsors for
their children who promise
to read a certain number of
books during the month of
November. This is in
keeping with the emphasis
the school places on reading
development as a key
foundation for good
education. The spring
fundraiser, called the Race
for Education, similarly asks
parents to seek sponsors for
their children who pledge to
accomplish a certain
number of laps around a
quarter-mile track over the
course of an hour. This is in
line with the importance the
school puts on physical
education. Although the
school lacks a physical
gymnasium, the school
encourages lots of play
activities on the playground
before and after school and
during recess. Thus,
students are frequently
engaged in various sports,
such as soccer, basketball,
kickball, table tennis, tag,
etc.
Blending Strong
Discipline with a Loving
Touch
New Hope School's irst-
grade teacher, Jan
Mendoza, has been
teaching at the school
almost since its inception.
Montessori-trained, she is
very adept at engaging her
students both inside the
classroom and out. She is
often seen leading her
charges in and around the
school like a mother hen.
Ms. Jan blends strong
discipline with a loving
touch which has endeared
her to her many students
over the years. It is not
uncommon for a former
student of hers, now in
college or a successful
professional, to stop by for a
visit. The quality of the
learning she delivers is
exempli ied by the fact that
her students are nearly
th
always above the 90
percentile on the
standardized test they take
each spring. Kudos to Ms.
Jan!
New Hope School is committed to the highest
standards of academic excellence and independent
character development by teaching God-centered
universal values and service to others as the basis
for personal integrity, harmony in the family, and
peace in the world.
Mission
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Article
1. Pomodoro Technique
The Pomodoro Technique
is a time management
method that involves
breaking study sessions
into intervals, typically 25
minutes long, separated by
short breaks. This
technique capitalizes on
the brain's ability to
maintain focus for short
periods while allowing for
regular rest and
rejuvenation. By adopting
the Pomodoro Technique,
students can enhance
productivity, maintain
concentration, and avoid
burnout during study
sessions.
2. Active Recall
Active recall is a powerful
learning strategy that
involves actively retrieving
Study Hacks
Top 10
Should Know
Student
tudents constantly
Sseek ways to
enhance their
learning experience and
improve academic
performance. From
managing time eﬀectively
to retaining information
ef iciently, mastering the
art of studying is essential
for success in school and
beyond. Fortunately, there
are numerous study hacks
and techniques that can
help students maximize
their potential and
transform their education
game. In this article, we
explore the top 10 study
hacks every student
should know, oﬀering
practical strategies to
unlock their academic
potential and excel in their
studies.

information from memory
rather than passively
reviewing materials. This
can be achieved through
techniques such as
lashcards, self-quizzing,
or summarizing key
concepts without referring
to notes. By engaging in
active recall, students
strengthen their memory
retention, enhance
comprehension, and
reinforce learning through
repeated practice.
3. Spaced Repetition
Spaced repetition is a
study technique that
involves reviewing
material at increasing
intervals over time to
reinforce learning and
long-term retention. By
spacing out study sessions
and revisiting information
at strategically timed
intervals, students can
optimize memory
consolidation and recall.
Spaced repetition is
particularly effective for
memorizing facts,
vocabulary, and complex
concepts across various
subjects.
4. Mind Mapping
Mind mapping is a visual
learning technique that
involves creating diagrams
to represent relationships
between ideas, concepts,
and information. By
organizing thoughts in a
hierarchical and
interconnected format,
students can enhance
comprehension, stimulate
creativity, and improve
memory retention. Mind
mapping is an effective
tool for brainstorming,
note-taking, and
synthesizing complex
information.
5. Dual Coding
Dual coding is a cognitive
learning strategy that
involves combining verbal
and visual information to
enhance comprehension
and memory retention. By
pairing text with images,
diagrams, or illustrations,
students create multiple
pathways for encoding and
retrieving information,
making it more
memorable and easier to
understand. Dual coding is
particularly effective for
learning abstract concepts
and complex relationships.
6. Chunking
Chunking is a memory
technique that involves
breaking down large
amounts of information
into smaller, manageable
chunks or categories. By
organizing information
into meaningful clusters or
patterns, students can
improve retention and
recall. Chunking facilitates
cognitive processing and
reduces the cognitive load,
making it easier to absorb
and retain complex
material.
7. Active Note-Taking
Active note-taking involves
engaging with lecture
material or reading
assignments actively by
summarizing,
paraphrasing, and
synthesizing information
in one's own words.
Instead of passively
transcribing notes,
students should strive to
capture key concepts,
connections, and insights.
Active note-taking
promotes deeper
understanding, enhances
retention, and facilitates
review and revision.
8. The Feynman
Technique
The Feynman Technique is
a learning strategy named
after physicist Richard
Feynman, known for his
ability to simplify complex
concepts. This technique
involves explaining a
concept or topic in simple
terms as if teaching it to
someone else. By
articulating ideas in clear,
concise language, students
identify gaps in their
understanding and solidify
their grasp of the material.
The Feynman Technique
fosters deeper
comprehension and
mastery of subjects.
9. Utilizing Mnemonics
Mnemonics are memory
aids or mnemonic devices
that help students
remember information
through association or
visualization. Whether it's
acronyms, rhymes, or
visual imagery,
mnemonics provide
mnemonic cues that
facilitate recall.
Mnemonics are
particularly useful for
memorizing lists,
sequences, and factual
information in subjects
such as history, science,
and language.
10. Practice Retrieval
Practice retrieval involves
actively recalling
information from memory
through self-quizzing,
practice tests, or problem-
solving exercises. By
repeatedly retrieving
information, students
reinforce learning, identify
gaps in knowledge, and
improve long-term
retention. Practice
retrieval enhances
memory recall and
transferability of
knowledge, preparing
students for exams and
real-world applications.
In conclusion, mastering
the art of studying is
essential for academic
success and lifelong
learning. By incorporating
these top 10 study hacks
into their study routines,
students can transform
their education game,
enhance their learning
experience, and achieve
their full academic
potential. From time
management and active
recall to mind mapping
and practice retrieval,
these study techniques
offer practical strategies to
optimize learning,
retention, and
comprehension across
various subjects and
disciplines. By embracing
these study hacks,
students can unlock their
academic potential and
excel in their studies with
con idence and ef iciency.
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