Released on: May 22, 2008, 4:21 pm

Press Release Author: Ashley Tutors

Industry: Education

Press Release Summary: Innovative tutors use physical activity to make education
part of summer fun

Press Release Body: MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. - Ashley Tutors
(http://www.ashleytutors.com) has hired an energetic and diverse team of tutors to
put into practice the Ashley Tutors' motto: LIVE! Learning Is Very Entertaining.
The experienced tutors were assembled to make learning entertaining through the use
of kinesthetic learning, a teaching style that engages a student using physical
activity. Focused on keeping students sharp over the summer through the kinesthetic
teaching methods of Ashley Fagel, a Maryland certified teacher working in Montgomery
County, Md., Ashley Tutors offers in-home, one-on-one academic help in any subject
to Washington, D.C. area students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

Research shows children often forget some of what they've learned over the summer,
according to Duke University education expert, Harris Cooper. Cooper and his
colleagues found that achievement test scores declined, on average, between the
spring and the fall. "Typically, the first quarter of the new school year is based
on students catching up, learning new routines and expectations, and relearning
previously taught materials," said Ashley Fagel, a resident of Montgomery County,
Md. and the founder of Ashley Tutors. "I see 'brain drain' every September in my
classroom. That's when those kids who took the summer off don't get back on the
learning track for almost three months."

Ashley Tutors can provide what a student needs to start the school year well.
Understanding that everyone learns differently, one of Ashley Tutors' main goals is
to figure out what type of learner each child is, and then meet their individual
needs while also having fun. Kinesthetic learners account for 45 percent of the
population, according to Muneera Spence, Oregon State University professor. The
Ashley Tutors' team focuses on the kinesthetic method in which a student carries
out a physical activity, rather than listening to a teacher talk, and allows a
student a two-minute motor break to move around for every eight minutes of
learning.

"The breaks taken when using kinesthetic learning styles provide our tutors a chance
to get to know each student better and make learning enjoyable," said Fagel, who was
featured prominently in a recent story about summer "brain drain" on NBC 4 in
Washington, D.C. "This creates a strong foundation for a successful working and
learning relationship that can begin in the summer months and carry over into the
school year. Whether it is one of our reading tutors, math tutors or any tutor your
student might need, our team can improve a student's attitude toward learning and
boost their confidence."

In addition to teaming their student up with a tutor, parents can also check out
Ashley's journal on the Ashley Tutors' website to pick up useful tips on how to keep
your student sharp this summer, such as educational computer games or a daily
writing journal. "If Ashley Tutors can make learning fun during the school year, I
can't wait to see what they have planned for the summer when there is less homework
and more time to focus on my son's areas of improvement," said Chris Gault, parent
of a student at Ridgeview Middle School. "I know that if I can balance my child's
summer fun and relaxation with educational opportunities, we will be able to set him
up for a quick start to the next school year."

ABOUT ASHLEY TUTORS: Ashley Tutors is an in-home one-on-one tutoring service
covering all subjects offered to students in grades kindergarten through 12 in
Montgomery County, Maryland. Ashley Fagel, a Maryland certified teacher with more
than 3 years in private tutoring experience advises Ashley Tutors, and also
developed its philosophy. Guided by Montgomery County resident, Josh Chernikoff,
Ashley Tutors is staffed with exceptionally passionate and driven tutors who have
college degrees and tutoring experience. Ashley Tutors sets itself apart from other
tutoring centers as an in-home service that makes learning fun for its students, and
helps students find their way to success in academics and life. L.I.V.E. Learning
Is Very Entertaining!

Ashley Tutors provides one-on-one tutors for students in Montgomery County,
Maryland., including Rockville, Potomac, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring and
Chevy Chase; Washington, D.C.; and Northern Virginia including Arlington,
Alexandria, and Falls Church. Ashley Tutors provides instruction in algebra,
geometry, statistics, pre-calculus, anatomy, biology, chemistry, physics,
environmental science, economics, government, history, law, philosophy, psychology,
sociology, English, literature, journalism, reading, IT training, math, writing,
history and science.

Contact:

Colleen Lerro
Director of Communications
240-780-3233
colleen@ashleytutors.com
http://www.ashleytutors.com/


Web Site: http://www.ashleytutors.com/

Contact Details: Colleen Lerro
Director of Communications
240-780-3233
colleen@ashleytutors.com
http://www.ashleytutors.com/