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Why Homework Feels Like a Fight—and How to Make It Stop
For many families, the moment the backpack hits the floor, a new kind of tension can fill the air. The questions you're asking—"Why does...
Courteney Goff
Oct 73 min read
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Raising an Independent Learner: A New Approach for the Teenage Years
The teenage years: it's a time of immense change—a shift from the early education years of hand-holding and direct supervision to a new...
Courteney Goff
Sep 303 min read
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Spelling Doesn't Have to Be a Chore: How to Practice at Home, Hassle-Free
As a fellow parent and entrepreneur, I know the feeling of a packed schedule and the struggle to fit everything in. You're building a...
Courteney Goff
Sep 163 min read
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The Secret to Acing the SAT Starts in Elementary School
The SAT and ACT. Just hearing those names can send a wave of stress through a high school student—and their parents. You've probably...
Courteney Goff
Sep 93 min read
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Is Your Child a Reluctant Writer? Let's Change Their Story.
I know the feeling of watching your incredibly bright, curious child hit a wall. Maybe it’s with a math problem or a science concept, but...
Courteney Goff
Sep 33 min read
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The Connection That Creates Lifelong Learners
As a fellow parent and entrepreneur, I know the beautiful complexity balancing my passions as business owner and raising a family. You’re...
Courteney Goff
Aug 293 min read
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Big Growth Happens in Community: Announcing Our New Homeschool Enrichment Classes!
I know how intentional you are about your children's education. You've crafted a beautiful life for them, one full of experiences and...
Courteney Goff
Aug 283 min read
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Why Less Is More: The Strategic Parent's Guide to a Great First School Year
It's a new school year. Is the thrill and the anxiety hitting you yet? You've intentionally crafted a life full of rich experiences for...
Courteney Goff
Aug 282 min read
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Phoenix Tutoring Services
As a parent and an educator, I know how much you want your child to succeed. Sometimes, they just need that extra little boost to truly...
Courteney Goff
Aug 284 min read
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Building a Resilient Learner: Study Habits That Stick (Even When You're Not Watching)
How many times a week do you watch your child struggle with their homework? Let's be real for a minute. The goal of parenting isn't just...
Courteney Goff
Aug 223 min read
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Beyond the Classroom: How Tutors Bridge Learning Gaps and Prevent Burnout
You invest so much in your child's education, but a busy classroom can leave gaps in understanding and create overwhelming stress. At...
Courteney Goff
Aug 193 min read
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Private Tutoring: More Than Just Better Grades
As the founder of Harbour Tutoring, I've seen firsthand the incredible impact that personalized academic support can have on a child....
Courteney Goff
Aug 153 min read
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Maximizing Your Child's Learning Without Being a "Helicopter Parent"
How can you be your child's biggest cheerleader without turning into a helicopter parent? As a parent, your love for your child is...
Courteney Goff
Aug 123 min read
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Should You Outsource Your Child's Academic Support?
As a parent, I know the feeling well. You're trying to juggle a million things at once: work, household responsibilities, and, of course,...
Courteney Goff
Aug 53 min read
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Is My Child Really Struggling or Just Finding Their Groove This School Year?
Back-to-school season can feel like a rollercoaster. There’s the excitement of new beginnings mixed with the anxiety of what’s to come....
Courteney Goff
Aug 43 min read
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How to Build Strong Math Skills at Any Age
It's Courteney Goff here, your guide through the often-perplexing world of childhood education. Today, I want to talk about something...
Courteney Goff
Jul 304 min read
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5 Tips for Rocking Your Homeschool Journey
The Harbour Approach to Homeschooling: Making it Fun, Flexible, and Truly Yours Homeschooling. What an incredible journey it is! As the...
Courteney Goff
Jul 254 min read
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Unlocking Your Child's Potential: How Harbour Tutoring Crafts Personalized Learning Plans
Unlocking Your Child's Potential: How Harbour Tutoring Crafts Personalized Learning Plans Hi everyone, Courteney Goff here, founder of...
Courteney Goff
Jul 185 min read
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Empowering Your Child: The Unseen Benefits of One-on-One Tutoring for Parents
Parents just like you are searching for that "something more" for their child's education. Perhaps your child is grappling with a tricky...
Courteney Goff
Jul 163 min read
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Effective Ways to Support Learning with a Private Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
As an award-winning educator and private tutor here in Phoenix, AZ, I've had the immense privilege of helping students not only grasp...
Courteney Goff
Jun 304 min read
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