In the middle of a busy week, 47 adults listened raptly as Amy Lang presented Sex and the Modern Teen: What Parents Really Need to Know. It takes a village to raise a teen. L & E Academy is helping, by hosting monthly workshops to increase support for parents. Ms. Lang launched the L &… Read More »
Month: September 2013
Archives for September 2013
Little Successes are BIG!
Starting a new school year? There are three steps to support your teen in this. We looked at New Beginnings and Avoiding Stumbling Blocks. The third part of overall support is perhaps the most important: Celebrating Successes. Remember when your baby started walking? I think back to Jadrian. Her dad would stand her up and… Read More »
Eliminating Stumbling Blocks
Does your teen have patterns of behavior that don’t support school success? Perhaps trouble getting out of bed, skipping classes, getting behind…? In September, teachers review materials and assess students; classwork is often less rigorous. We need to take advantage of this “honeymoon” to address any potential stumbling blocks. Three keys to proactive support are:… Read More »
Leveraging “New Start” Momentum
Our new personalized high school opened this week. We are thrilled! A focus is to ensure this new beginning includes reflection and sustainable success for each learner. How can we keep our positive momentum going all year? The honeymoon stage of any venture, a new school year included, is a delightful time of hope and… Read More »