Podcasts by A Novel Take
As lifelong education experts, we will explore news, emerging issues, and will interview experts on all things education, ranging from study habits and focus, testing and college planning, to nutrition, sleep, and mental health. We are the go-to channel for what parents need to know to raise healthy, empowered, and more focused students balancing academic wellbeing with better grades, increased test scores, and readiness for applying to and achieving at the best-fitting colleges and beyond.
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Interview with Dr. Elise Cappella of New York University from 2023-02-28T17:59:26
Hear from education and research expert Dr. Elise Cappella about knowledge and information that will help parents understand how to maintain expectations and accountability for their children in...
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A Novel Take: Expert Interview - Dr. Ilana Rosenberg from 2022-01-16T18:19:58
In today’s expert interview we’re joined by Dr. Ilana Rosenberg (https://ilanarosenberg.com/), a clinical psychologist based in Scarsdale, NY. Dr. Rosenberg supports children, adolescents, and a...
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A Novel Take: Expert Interview - One River School (Carol Ward) from 2021-03-10T10:34:16
Today’s expert interview we’re joined by Carol Ward, the Director of the Larchmont, NY branch of the One River School of Art and Design (https://l...
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A Novel Take: Expert Interview - The Pinnacle School (Dr. Alisa Dror&Charlie Manos) from 2021-02-26T12:45:56
Today’s expert interview we’re joined by Dr. Alisa Dror, Head of The Pinnacle School, and Charlie Manos, Pinnacle’s Director of Education. The Pinnacle School (https://www.peakperformance...
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - Shifting Online: The 3 R’s of Virtual Learning Success from 2020-12-09T21:24:37
Today’s focal point: we’re breaking down the 3 R’s of effective studying ( retention, relationships, and responsibility) and helping you and your child adapt, once again, to a fully virtual lear...
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - ‘Fall’ing in Line with College Planning from 2020-12-02T21:10
Today’s focal point: we’ll delve into 3 key components of mindful college planning (narrowing the list, test mapping, & course selection) your student can focus on this Fall to ensure success la...
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A Novel Take: Expert Interview - Comeback Kids Sports from 2020-11-11T19:16:09
Today’s Expert Interview we’re excited to welcome Josh Shea, Tyler Robinson, and Rob Abbott of Comeback Kids Sports. Co-founders Josh and Tyler are student-athletes at Hendrick Hudson High Schoo...
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A Novel Take: Expert Interview - Take Trips MES (Barbara King) from 2020-10-13T10:31:40
Today’s Expert Interview we’re excited to welcome Barbara King. Barbara is an educator of twenty years and founder and CEO of the Ossining, New York-based nonprofit “Take Trips MES,” which works...
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A Novel Take: Expert Interview - Take Trips MES (Barbara King) from 2020-10-13T10:31:40
Today’s Expert Interview we’re excited to welcome Barbara King. Barbara is an educator of twenty years and founder and CEO of the Ossining, New York-based nonprofit “Take Trips MES,” which works...
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - Building an Adaptable Student from 2020-10-13T10:28:44
Today’s focal point: amidst a school year of shifting policies, instruction methods, and more, we’ll break down how your student can leverage adaptability, a key skill for students of all ages, ...
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - Tips to Prevent Student Burnout from 2020-09-21T12:23:19
Today’s focal point: tips to prevent student burnout and promote a semester of lasting motivation, drive, and learning. Hi, I’m Dr. Tony Di Giacomo from Novella Prep and this is A Novel Take.
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A Novel Take: This Week in Education 9-18-2020 from 2020-09-18T10:20
This week in education, we’ll cover how test-optional admissions will change the game for applicants this fall, Big 10’s decision reversal to play college football, and New York City schools’ la...
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - Making the Most of a College Visit (Virtual Edition) from 2020-09-05T21:20
Today’s focal point: how your student can make the most of a college visit, without setting foot on campus. Hi, I’m Dr. Tony Di Giacomo from Novella Prep and this is A Novel Take.
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - Finding the Right School District from 2020-08-18T21:05:01
Today’s focal point: common misconceptions and three essential components to consider when it comes to selecting the right school district for you and your family. Hi, I’m Dr. Tony Di Giacomo fr...
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A Novel Take: Focal Point - How the Fall 2020 Semester Will Look Unlike Any Other from 2020-08-18T21:03:18
Today’s focal point: from fluctuating reopening plans to likely changes in international student populations, we’ll break down how to approach and succeed in a semester unlike any other. Hi, I’m...
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A Novel Take: This Week in Education 8-7-2020 from 2020-08-07T20:59
This week in education, New York State’s latest reopening plans, how the pandemic may be hindering your student’s mental health, and how students receiving accommodations may be disproportionate...
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