by larry | Jan 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
Within the context of teaching, as well as parenting and child development, we hear a lot about Social Emotional Learning (SEL). At the core of this work is the understanding that “how one feels” significantly guides actions, behaviors, and ultimately, our...
by larry | Dec 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Sometimes, we simply have to state the truth: As an Education Advocate with extensive “insider” experience as an administrator and teacher, my writing leans toward grace and understanding, rather than confrontation and conflict. As Michelle Obama stated,...
by larry | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Are your kids still presenting their very best at school? From a behavioral lens, there are two critical assessment periods: Around mid October, following 4-6 weeks from the start of school, the “initial honeymoon” tends to wane. As an education advocate,...
by larry | Oct 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Earlier this morning, I received the following email: “My 9 year old daughter was just diagnosed with ADD, and I am wondering if you can assist me with what our first steps should be to help her. Her therapist directed us to CHADD, and I was pleased to learn that...
by larry | Oct 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s October and historically, the honeymoon is over between a number of students and school. For a wide-range of reasons, “Back to School” inspires the best from our kids. Certainly,with Covid and the gap between real instruction and remote...
by larry | Sep 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s often stated, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”; especially if the “cure” creates misunderstanding, division, and conflict. This is true for most events which have a high stakes impact on one’s life as well as...
