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Junior Jackets Learning Hacks

Junior Jackets Learning Hacks

Written by: Detroit Country Day School
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 The Junior Jackets Learning Hacks Podcast highlights the 6-week Junior Jackets program led by Math Learning Support teachers Mrs. Kathryn Heine & Mrs. Julianna McIntosh. Learning Hacks is designed to target executive functioning skills while teaching students metacognition, self-reflection, and positive self-talk. Skills are developed through engaging activities such as games, dramatic skits and discussions. Each lesson is based on the latest research and neuroscience of learning. Our topics include focus techniques, cooperation, conversation skills, positive self-talk, organization and giving your best effort, and the best part about it is you hear it from the kids!Copyright 2025 Detroit Country Day School Biological Sciences Science
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  • Strategies for Focus: Insights and Learning Hacks from DCDS Lower School Students

    Strategies for Focus: Insights and Learning Hacks from DCDS Lower School Students
    Jun 3 2025

    This episode dives into the essential role of executive functioning skills in the learning process for young students. Julianna McIntosh and Kathryn Hein+ explore how these skills act like a "brain boss," guiding kids through focus, organization, and positive self-talk. Detroit Country Day Lower School students share their favorite learning hacks, highlighting the power of self-talk in staying centered during distractions. The students also touch on the importance of cooperation and organization, emphasizing that these skills help enhance learning and motivation. By the end, we are reminded that practicing these skills can lead to better outcomes, just like building muscle strength over time.
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