Monthly Archives: May 2023
May 10, 2023
Why We Don’t Tell Students They’re Smart
At Monticello Academy Highbury in West Valley City, despite our great academic results, we don’t tell kids that they’re smart. You might wonder, why not? Won’t that give them confidence? Actually, it’s almost the opposite. Stanford scholar Carol Dweck has studied how children’s beliefs about intelligence affect their behavior. Some children believe that we can…
Why We Don’t Tell Students They’re Smart
At Monticello Academy West Point in Davis County, despite our great academic results, we don’t tell kids that they’re smart. You might wonder, why not? Won’t that give them confidence? Actually, it’s almost the opposite. Stanford scholar Carol Dweck has studied how children’s beliefs about intelligence affect their behavior. Some children believe that we can…
May 3, 2023
Why Monticello Academy is the Best Charter School for Kindergarten
As a parent, finding the right kindergarten for your child can be a challenging task. You want a school that provides a well-rounded education, an excellent reading program, and flexible options for your child’s schedule. Monticello Academy, in West Valley City, is the best charter school in the area for kindergarten, and here’s why. Top-Tier…
