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Navigating Education Support, Student Success and Community Leadership with Ridgewood's Cara Murray | Ridgewood Talks
In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, co-host Jordan Kaufman introduces Cara Murray, a Ridgewood resident, volunteer, and business owner. They delve into Cara's extensive involvement in the Ridgewood community, including her leadership roles in the Willard HSA and the Library Foundation, as well as her ownership of multiple local and regional Huntington Learning Centers. Cara shares her personal journey of moving to Ridgewood, raising her children, and navigating educational challenges and family learning disabilities. The conversation also explores the impact of COVID-19 on education, the importance of individualized learning plans, and the benefits of SAT/ACT prep offered by Huntington Learning Centers. Throughout the episode, Cara emphasizes the strengths of Ridgewood's education system and provides valuable insights into the college admission process.
00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks
01:39 Today's Guest: Cara Murray
01:53 Cara's Journey in Ridgewood
04:12 Challenges and Triumphs in Education
08:34 The Impact of COVID on Learning
11:21 Huntington Learning Center: Programs and Assessments
15:24 Personalized Learning and Community Engagement
19:18 SAT and ACT Prep at Huntington
21:08 Success Stories and Student Journeys
21:47 One-on-One vs Group Learning
22:04 Personalized Learning Approaches
24:01 Ridgewood Education System Highlights
28:46 College Admissions Advice
34:50 Favorite Shows and Books
36:06 Conclusion and Gratitude
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This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service!
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In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, co-host Jordan Kaufman introduces Cara Murray, a Ridgewood resident, volunteer, and business owner. They delve into Cara's extensive involvement in the Ridgewood community, including her leadership roles in the Willard HSA and the Library Foundation, as well as her ownership of multiple local and regional Huntington Learning Centers. Cara shares her personal journey of moving to Ridgewood, raising her children, and navigating educational challenges and family learning disabilities. The conversation also explores the impact of COVID-19 on education, the importance of individualized learning plans, and the benefits of SAT/ACT prep offered by Huntington Learning Centers. Throughout the episode, Cara emphasizes the strengths of Ridgewood's education system and provides valuable insights into the college admission process.
00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks
01:39 Today's Guest: Cara Murray
01:53 Cara's Journey in Ridgewood
04:12 Challenges and Triumphs in Education
08:34 The Impact of COVID on Learning
11:21 Huntington Learning Center: Programs and Assessments
15:24 Personalized Learning and Community Engagement
19:18 SAT and ACT Prep at Huntington
21:08 Success Stories and Student Journeys
21:47 One-on-One vs Group Learning
22:04 Personalized Learning Approaches
24:01 Ridgewood Education System Highlights
28:46 College Admissions Advice
34:50 Favorite Shows and Books
36:06 Conclusion and Gratitude
Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay informed about all things Ridgewood, New Jersey!
This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service!
Ignite Creator Studios: www.ignitecreatorstudios.com
Ridgewood Walks and Talks: www.ridgewoodwalks.com
Ridgewood Talks Instagram: www.instagram.com/ridgewood_talks
Ridgewood Talks Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/1291013971028083
Hashtags: #RidgewoodNJ #RidgewoodTalks #BergenCountyNJ #RidgewoodNJPodcast #NorthJersey #BergenCountyNews #NJLocalNews #RidgewoodCommunity #BergenCountyEvents
#NewJerseyPodcast #BergenCountyUpdates #Learning #College #SAT #ACT #LearningDisabilities #Tutoring
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