Testimonials
Here’s what students, parents and school professionals have to say about Brain Camp.
Students
“A great learning experience that not only will help you now but in later life. It’s interesting with lots of useful information. I learned valuable techniques to keep me organized and manage various projects.” – Gail L.
“I’d describe Brain Camp as a Mind Helper that gives you tips on how to study better and do well in school. It was awesome!” – Dean K.
“Brain Camp is a program that teaches you a stress relieving way to study. It’s good – I learned some useful tricks for remembering material, taking notes and how to manage my time better.” – Sarah S.
“It showed me what kind of learner I am, how to study more effectively and remember all the info. It was really fun, too!” – Taylor S.
“It’s not just any camp – it really helps and shows you short cuts and solutions.” – Spencer
“Helps a lot. My grades all went up a letter, which is good.” – C. Richardson
“I’d recommend it – you learn a lot about yourself and how to do better.” – Pfuger
“It is awesome! It works and it helps improve all aspects of learning – memorization, how my brain works, organization, notes and test taking.” – B. Snyder
“Brain Camp is fun and a great refresher. I learned a lot of helpful things and feel more confident.” – Lauren L.
Parents
“Wow! Thank you very much. Tracy tried to get the most he possibly could from your course. He has often placed academics at the bottom of his priority list, but your course gave him that little jumpstart to put him into a learning frame of mind. It also gave him some self-awareness about his learning style and yes, he actually bought dividers and pocket folders to help with organization. I think he’s determined to succeed.” – Mary B
“Brain Camp was actually a big turning point for my daughter, and her teachers tell me she is off to a great start this year. She is much more organized and self-motivated to get her homework done. It came at a perfect time for Chelsea and was the impetus for some much needed changes. Thanks again.” – Cathy H.
“I wanted to thank you for your thorough and interesting August Brain Camp. My 12-year old son wasn’t too keen on going back to school early, but was happy every day when I picked him up from your class. He said he learned quite a few tips and organization strategies from his teacher, and knew he could apply them as soon as school started. And he already has – what a relief for his dad and me!
Your course hits his particular nail right on the head. I’ve talked myself blue in the face trying to teach some of the approaches you presented, but what do I know? I’m just the mom. So, thanks from the bottom of my heart for being the outside authority with all the information.” – E. Carter
“Thanks for taking the time for the parent meeting. I learned a lot of things I can do to help Rachel. She has been reluctant to accept my help, but now seems more receptive.” – Jim R.
“My daughter, Steffany, took your program last summer and found it to be educational, confidence building, and most of all fun. Steffany’s enthusiasm toward this new school year has already shown the positive effects. I certainly plan to recommend this camp to other parents.” – M. Bane
“In March 2007, our daughter, Megan (10th grade) went to Brain Camp. We are so pleased at her progress and improvement. She greatly benefited from your program. Thank you! We appreciate you so much.” – M. Dobbs
“Just wanted you to know that Jenny and Jon are putting the tools they learned in your summer program to good use. We are impressed that they’ve needed no prodding from us in putting these practices to use. At parent’s night, their teachers cited techniques learned in your camp that are apparently bearing fruit. We appreciate your help and are convinced this was time well spent.” – D.W. Martin
School Professionals
"With its solid foundation in brain research, current research in the area of executive functioning and study skills, the Brain Camp workbook successfully combines visually appealing materials, engaging activities and practical instruction. I highly recommend it!"
Camilla Calkins, PhD
Learning Resources Coordinator
Lakeside School
Seattle, WA
"Many of our junior and senior high students have attended Brain Camp over the past two years so we have seen first-hand the difference it has made in students’ whole approach to school. Students are more organized. They study more skillfully, they read with a purpose and their note-taking makes sense! Students are excited about their experience as they learn many valuable things about themselves and how they learn. They understand their strengths, weaknesses and what they ought to do to ensure they are doing their best.
The Brain Camp program has made a significantly positive impact on those who have taken the course and has shaped our future planning for strengthening our entire student body’s study skills. We highly recommend it to any student and school! This is a difference maker!"
Randy Hibbard
HS Principal
King’s Schools
Shoreline, WA
"Finally, a study skills program that is both brain research linked and student /family friendly. The workbook is easily accessible and individualized, and the various units can be integrated into curriculum throughout the school year."
Katy Olweiler, MA, MPA, NCC
Counselor
Lakeside School
Seattle, WA
"I would like to acknowledge how enthused I have been with the great success of the Brain Camp study skills classes we have been offering through our school district’s community education program. Brain Camp goes far beyond the study skills workshops and classes typically offered to students.
Brain Camp has empowered students to take advantage of their own unique learning styles and that has made a huge, positive difference in both their attitude and success in school…Thanks for creating an exciting study skills program that maintains a high level of interest and success for students while at the same time providing a high degree of parent involvement."
Dan Kuzlik, Executive Director
Community Education and Services
Minnetonka Public Schools
Minnetonka, MN