Arrowsmith Program
The Trailblazers Book
You've likely already heard about the release of the book Trailblazers, written by an Australian former Arrowsmith student and a Canadian Arrowsmith Provider administrator.
We have a copy of the book coming to the library soon, as well as Barbara's previous books available.
This book shines a national spotlight on:
- Australian families
- Science + results of Arrowsmith.
- The global recognition of the shared mission to change lives through cognitive transformation.
The Gifted Paradox
It can be easy to assume that high-achieving students don’t need extra support. But students who’ve never had to struggle often don’t learn how to respond to it when it inevitably arrives. This is the paradox of giftedness: the very ease that defines early success can leave students less prepared to cope when ease disappears.
Fortunately, researchers and educators are increasingly emphasizing the value of helping all students—not just those who are behind—develop a robust, flexible cognitive profile. This fosters learning across all stages of development.
Looking Ahead: Cognitive Readiness in a Complex World
As the future becomes more unpredictable—technologically, socially, environmentally—academic content alone won’t be enough. Students will need to learn how to learn, adapt, unlearn, and relearn. This means securing the underlying brain systems that support critical thinking, problem-solving, focus, and emotional endurance.
Some educational approaches, including cognitive enhancement programs like Arrowsmith, are designed to support this development explicitly. Structured and intentional training that has a clear goal: to prepare learners not just to perform, but to persist, adapt, and grow.
A Call for Awareness
Giftedness and achievement in the first years of school doesn’t diminish a child’s strengths. It enriches our understanding of what they’ll need next. Early success should be celebrated, but not mistaken for the end of the developmental journey.
When the conversation expands from performance to potential, from talent to adaptability, children are equipped not just for school—but for life in a complex and ever-changing world.
Ask more about how Arrowsmith might assist your child to further develop and reach their cognitive capacity.
Survey
Cognitive science shows that managing stress is an important aspect of performance. But what is the brain’s role in stressful learning situations? Most educators are aware that spaced repetition and focused breaks may ease some mental fatigue, but these are temporary strategies.
What about building students’ cognitive ability to manage stress at a core level? Let’s elevate our use of brain-based approaches in the classroom.
To discover potential areas where your child may benefit, please complete the survey.
https://questionnaire.arrowsmith.ca/?siteUid=02046
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