7 Tips for Supporting Your Middle Schooler Without Getting in Their Way
As a middle school parent, your role is not to be completely hands-off and let them fend for themselves in every way, nor is it to do work for them to prevent anxiety and “ensure” a good grade.
Read MoreThe Right Conversations to Have When Starting Your College Search
While the noise and public focus around admissions have skyrocketed, the family’s core mission hasn’t changed: finding a place where your child will thrive. Honest conversations at home will set your family on the best path.
Read MoreGetting Ready for Kindergarten Without the Stress
For many parents of 4- and 5-year-olds, the question looms large: “Is my child really ready for kindergarten?” It’s one of the most common questions parents ask us. And if you’ve found yourself anxiously wondering whether your child knows “enough” letters, numbers, or sight words before they walk into their first classroom, you’re not alone. Here’s…
Read MoreKindergarten Readiness: What Parents Can Do at Home
You don’t need to become a teacher — you just need to nurture curiosity and independence. Here are a few simple and meaningful ways to help your child build confidence and independence before they start school.
Read MoreFostering Connection: How Belonging Boosts Brains, Resilience, and Well-Being
We are all wired for connection. It’s not just a nice idea — it’s a basic human need! To support interpersonal development and overall well-being, all of us — including self-identified introverts — need in-person connection. It’s the simple stuff that reduces stress, boosts communication skills, and genuinely promotes better health.
Read MoreSeven Things You Need to Know Before Your Student Starts 9th Grade
As a parent of a soon-to-be 9th grade student, you might be wondering how to prepare for this big transition in your teenager’s life. We asked Freshman Class Dean Andrew Kane what he wished parents knew before their students started high school. Here are seven key pieces of advice he gave us. Watch the video (6 minutes)…
Read More5 Things You Need to Do to Get Your Middle Schooler Ready for College
Middle school lays the foundation for the social-emotional and organizational skills your child will need for college success, and that doesn’t come from test prep and textbooks.
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