Foundation of Academic Excellence
To achieve the best grades, highest test scores, and become the best student one can be, study skills are the bedrock of any success in academics for students of all achievement levels. This concept is something founder Tony Di Giacomo knows well through his original research. Novella Prep’s focus on Retention, Relationships, and Responsibility address core factors that influence student achievement. Whether a student is an A student who feels overwhelmed or inefficient, or a student who, with the right skills, could be an A student, this program is for you.
How it Works
We holistically evaluate and teach each student to optimize his or her approach to in-school and at-home studying, ensuring students of all levels perform at their best. We create a program based on contemporary research and our own experience. We are a program that advocates for hard work, focus, and discipline — no shortcuts here! However, our specialty is in finding ways to motivate students, manage digital distractions, and foster new habits that lead to better outcomes. With our in person or online meetings, we teach students how to take notes, memorize the essentials, improve writing, and ultimately refine all aspects of what makes for a successful student. Along the way, decisions arise that allow us to provide information and knowledge that can positive impact and shape outcomes for the college planning and application process.
Our Study Skills program features elements such as:
Benefits of Novella Prep Study Skills:
- Inspires motivation
- Improves focus
- Creates goals
- Enhances personal agency
- Develops rapport
- Manages priorities
- Cultivates persistence
- Improved grades
- Increased confidence
- Reduced stress
- Improved academic competitiveness for college
