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Top Online Programs and Resources to Boost Middle School Skills

Date:
Monday, November 17, 2025
Author:
Melissa Decker
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-decker-7a6181303/
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Middle school is filled with pivotal moments through a critical transition period. Setting up your child for success helps them navigate these academic habits, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to prepare for the future and avoid potential academic challenges.  

Benefits of Online Programs 

  • Flexibility and personalization – Students can move at their own pace.  
  • Interactive – Students are engaged online vs rather than completing worksheets. 
  • Progress tracking – Provides instant feedback. 

What Online Programs Are Available to Help My Child?  

Whether you are looking for a program to help with math skills, writing, or organization, here are some of the top choices to support your student.  

Executive Function & Study Skills: Time Management, Organization, Note-Taking 

  • Todoist and TickTick: Create to-do lists, set due dates, break larger assignments into subtasks, and get reminders.  
  • Google Calendar: Plan out week by color coding, manage school and sports, and build time awareness. 
  • Google Keep: Use “sticky notes”, checklists, and reminders. 
  • Quizlet: Flashcards, games, practice tests to support study retention.

Math and Problem Solving 

  • IXL: Skill-based practice.

Reading and Writing 

  • NoRedInk: Personalized topics to improve writing and grammar.

Supporting Your Child 

Parents are encouraged to stay involved with whichever program they choose for their child. Avoid choosing too many programs at once; instead, select one from each category. Create clear boundaries so your child stays on task and focused. If the program offers them, sign up for weekly progress reports and review them with your child. Ask questions such as “What did you learn today?” or “What was hard?” to check for understanding. Help your child stay consistent so the routine becomes a habit that builds confidence and prepares them for greater independence in high school.

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