The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

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Markis Gardner - The Honest Education Consultant

11 episodes

9 months ago

In this episode we cover why English is important for every major even STEM Majors.Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT?Do you want help getting ready for math competitions AMC 8/10 or Kangaroo Math?Do you want specific help in getting the best education?Would you like your family to mov...

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Episodes (11/11)

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

The Surprising Importance of English for STEM Majors

10 months ago

4 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Episode 10: Should you take AP History in High School

In this episode we will discuss whether you should take AP History or not.Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT?Do you want help getting ready for math competitions AMC 8/10 or Kangaroo Math?Do you want specific help in getting the best education?Would you like your family to move to anot...

11 months ago

5 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Opportunities for Those With Just a High School Diploma

In this episode we will cover opportunities for those who only have a high school diploma.Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT?Do you want help getting ready for math competitions AMC 8/10 or Kangaroo Math?Do you want specific help in getting the best education?Would you like your family...

12 months ago

9 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Opportunities for Those Without a High School Diploma

In this episode we cover opportunities for those who did not get a high school diploma.Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT?Do you want help getting ready for math competitions AMC 8/10 or Kangaroo Math?Do you want specific help in getting the best education?Would you like your family to...

1 year ago

8 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Episode 7: What to do if you have low grades and feeling depressed. Part 2

In today's episode we finish talking about an important topic. Low grades and depression. In this episode we talk about options BEFORE you decide to drop out. Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT?Do you want help getting ready for math competitions AMC 8/10 or Kangaroo ...

1 year ago

7 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Episode 6: What to do if you have low grades and feeling depressed.

In today's episode we will talk about an important topic. Low grades and depression. This is a very serious discussion so I hope you will have a listen and make sure your child is depressed.Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT?Do you want help getting ready for math competiti...

1 year ago

8 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

More Than One Way to Get Into a Top University

In this episode I help you to get into a top university as a transfer student. 1) Make sure you get close to a 4.0 GPA2) Choose your major QUICKLY3) Push back on general courses like History 101 until much later.4) Find extra material outside your university to work on set yourself apart.5) Showcase your work6) Transfer if you can. If you cannot then continue to push yourself and then if you are going for Masters or PhD you will be able to enter a much better university.Support th...

1 year ago

7 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Episode 4:Science Success for Kids: Scholarships and Beyond

In this episode for The Honest Education Consultant, we explore the exciting world of science competitions and how they can open doors to remarkable opportunities for your child. If you’re a parent looking to inspire your child to engage with science in a fun and impactful way, this episode is for you!We dive deep into the benefits of participating in science competitions, discussing how these experiences not only foster critical thinking and creativity but also provide pathways to scholarshi...

1 year ago

6 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

The Fast Track to Math Mastery: Unlocking Success for Kids

Today we will talk about getting your child ahead in math while in grades 3 and 4.We will talk about why memorizing the times tables instead of just knowing them is important.We will also discuss why using a calculator instead of learning the math is actually hurtful to your child.Support the showGuest:If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me.Tutoring:Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student?Do you want ...

1 year ago

5 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Debunking some common myths about extracurricular activities and what colleges really want to see on your application

In this episode we will talk about the two of the biggest mistakes students make when applying for colleges concerning their extracurricular activities.What Universities Really WantTop universities are looking for students who have shown growth and dedication in their extracurriculars. Avoiding the "Study Robot" TrapWhat you don’t want to be is what I call a "study robot." Yes, a perfect 4.0 GPA is impressive, but if that’s all you bring to the table, it shows a lack of balance. A S...

1 year ago

5 minutes

The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families

Intro - The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How - so you will know what to expect in my podcast.

Hello, and welcome to “The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families.” I’m Markis Gardner, and today’s episode is all about getting to know what this podcast is about. We’ll dive into the Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How—so you know exactly what to expect moving forward.WhoFirst, Who am I? As I mentioned, my name is Markis Gardner. I’ve been an educator for 19 years, teaching in both high schools and universities. I’ve also been a tutor for 30 years. For the past 10 years, I’v...

1 year ago

4 minutes