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Savannah, GA - According to a 2023 article by Scientific American, ?Two Thirds of American Kids Can't Read Fluently.? According to renowned educator Dr. Clifford King, the problem is that an insufficient amount of time is being devoted to reading. According to Dr. King, recent trends have shifted focus predominantly to writing and arithmetic, leaving reading to fall by the wayside. ?Reading is the cornerstone of all learning,? Dr. King argues. ?It influences every subject area and is essential for students whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce. Without strong reading skills, students are disadvantaged across the board.? The crux of the issue, as Dr. King sees it, is in how time is allocated within the curriculum. Another concern raised by Dr. King is the increasing class sizes and the scarcity of paraprofessionals, particularly in higher grades. In smaller class settings, peer tutoring can be an effective strategy. Dr. King is an advocate for blending traditional methods with modern techniques to foster a balanced approach to reading. A significant aspect of Dr. King's philosophy is parental involvement in education. He suggests that parents can play a crucial role in reinforcing lessons at home. While acknowledging the benefits of technology, Dr. King cautions against over-reliance on tools like Artificial Intelligence (AI). He emphasizes the importance of adapting successful past methods to today's educational needs. Dr. Clifford King calls for a reevaluation of current educational priorities to better serve students. For more information about Dr. Clifford King, please visit https://marquistopeducators.com/2024/03/11/clifford-king/

San Francisco, CA - Deepika Naharas' journey spans continents and industries and showcases a remarkable ascent to leadership. Deepika's dedication and vision have defined her career after relocating from India to the U.S. in 1998 to pursue an MBA in Finance at Clark University, Massachusetts. Now, as the Director at KongBasileConsulting (KBC), a distinguished finance and accounting outsourcing firm based in San Francisco, CA, she brings her wealth of experience to the forefront of strategic financial consulting. Deepika's story begins in India, with her eventual migration to the U.S. for higher education. Armed with an MBA in Finance, she was enchanted by the allure of San Francisco, a city she fell in love with during a vacation. She recalls, ?San Francisco felt like home the moment I arrived. Its beauty and warmth immediately resonated with me.? With over 25 years of experience, Deepika has earned recognition as a leading figure in her field of finance. As Director, Deepika manages a diverse portfolio of clients in life sciences, food, insurance, marketplaces, education, AI, and more. Founded in 2013, KongBasileConsulting is a leading, high-touch finance and accounting outsourcing firm that serves tech startups from seed to pre-IPO. Drawing from their experience at PwC, eBay/PayPal/StubHub, and Airbnb, founders Stanley Kong and Carolyn Basile turned their vision into a finance and accounting firm, recognized for its client-centric focus and commitment to fostering employee development and promoting work-life balance. For more information about Deepika Naharas, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepikanaharas and https://www.kongbasileconsulting.com

Randolph, MA - Lynda Hoffman Life Coaching is excited to announce a dynamic and transformative coaching service aimed at fostering personal and professional growth in leaders and professionals with ADHD. Founded by Lynda Hoffman, an executive coach with extensive experience and unique qualifications, this comprehensive coaching service emphasizes self-awareness, confidence building, and strategic change. Lynda coaching approach is predicated on the idea of building people rather than businesses. ?Leaders know how to build businesses, but my mission is to build people,? says Lynda Hoffman. One distinctive feature of Linda's coaching is the incorporation of Brain Gym, also known as educational kinesiology. This modality helps clients connect with their body's wisdom to gain clarity and confidence. Brain Gym involves movements that cross brain hemispheres, touch acupressure points, and integrate physical actions with language. These movements ground individuals, helping them to access their intrinsic resourcefulness. Lynda Hoffman Life Coaching offers a variety of specialized programs, including the master class ?Transforming Your Life with ADHD.? This program is designed for high-functioning adults with ADHD and aims to provide foundational knowledge for substantial behavioral change. Lynda also offers workshops such as From Reactivity to Self-Mastery: Cultivating Self-Trust and Bold Action for Lasting Change. By offering a tailored and empathetic coaching experience, Lynda Hoffman is contributing to the creation of leaders who are not only successful but also self-aware and fulfilled. For more information about Lynda Hoffman and Lynda Hoffman Life Coaching, please visit https://www.lyndahoffman.com