For most of you, your kids are approaching the mid-part of the school year. This is a key time to assess grades, discuss room for improvement and develop a plan to end the year on a high note. Take some time to make phone calls to teachers and school counselors for any next steps. Make sure you connect with other outside resources for guidance as well. In regards to post-secondary planning (college, military, […]
Being Proactive is the Key!, pulls from my over eighteen years of experience serving as a school counselor and provided nuggets that I felt would help parents better navigate the school system. Once you have a grasp on the operating functions of a school, the role your parenting style plays in the process, and the services, resources and options available you can better strategize for your child’s postsecondary planning. The book contains 20 essential tips […]
Well the day has come. Being Proactive is the Key is now available for purchase! You can order the book through Amazon or get an autographed copy with a bookmark through your PayPal account. Of course, I won’t tease you without providing a sneak peek to the book: Introduction Day in and day out, I talk to overstressed parents frustrated with how to get their teen graduated on time, on to college, all […]
This past week, millions experienced one of my favorite times of the year: Graduation. It is the culmination of a child’s high school experience rising to a colossal defining moment. The building is a buzz and there is an eclectic energy that cannot be replicated or duplicated. Seniors are in their best attire with half-zipped robes, getting the cap and tassel just right as they rush to the gathering area. Families are beaming with pride packed in the lobby […]