OUR SERVICES
Academic Baller provides student-athletes with assistance in setting objectives and goals, while building the necessary strategic studying, time-management and organizational skills to empower success.
Benefits include:
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Improved academic performance
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Increased self-confidence
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Better understanding of individual learning style
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Development of organizational, time management and study strategies
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Greater independence and self-reliance
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Enhanced motivation and accountability
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Self-advocacy skills development
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Effective transition strategies (balancing school and sports commitments)
WEEKLY
ONE-ON-ONE
SESSIONS
Each weekly Academic Coaching session (in-person or virtual) is for one hour.
Each week we will review/discuss/plan:
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Syllabus for all classes
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Strategies to meet the requirements of each individual class
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Effective homework completion
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Study guide development
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Useful note-taking skills
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Memorization techniques
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Study skills
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Test taking strategies
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Develop organizational systems:
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Practical backpack, gym bag and locker organization
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Strategies for balancing class and sports commitments during the season
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Calendars/Planners
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Upcoming homework assignments, quizzes, tests and project due dates
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Weekly sports commitments (training, practice and game schedules)
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Any areas of concern
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IEP/504 plan support (if applicable) - to ensure school compliance
Additional weekly communication also includes: Unlimited touch-base access via email, text or phone. Students are encouraged to reach out at anytime with questions or concerns. We are here to offer support!
RESULTS
Our goal is to provide student-athletes with all of the tools needed to immediately
see the results of their efforts.
Through our coaching relationship students will be empowered to:
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Identify and overcome obstacles that are impeding their academic success
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Focus on individual goals and identify the steps to reach those goals
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Get motivated to take ownership of their academic success
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Develop strong time-management, organizational skills and practices
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Understand how to use effective learning strategies
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Speak up! Be effective in advocating for themselves
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Effectively balance the demands of being a student and an athlete