The teenage years are definitely a time when you wish that each of your children came with a survival guide that contained all the answers to teens’ mysterious, angst-riddled, hormone-laden souls. But, alas, as we’ve already discovered multiple times in this parenthood journey, no such guide exists. So, we’ve gathered together experienced educators and teachers to provide advice and opinion on issues pertaining to parenting teenagers. You’ll also find articles from college students and recent grads whose teen years aren’t that far behind them, and who can lend much needed perspective on the ups and downs, the challenges and issues that high school students and their parents typically face.
Did you ever hear that expression, “Put your ear to the ground"? Can you hear the earth’s heartbeat? Yes, you may be a child (or still with a child’s heart). And you may be small, but the future of our world is in the children’s hands. So now, to the children: even though you may …
Your child will encounter many things while in high school, many decisions that will be forced to make and many situations that they need to be ready for. Helping a preteen prepare mentally and emotionally beforehand can make for a smoother transition.
Many kids are constantly staring at one screen or another, so finding ways to provide educational material is essential. Learn about some apps that can help kids excel in math, reading and more.
With the new testing season almost upon us, parents should be aware of what is required so they can help their children prepare. Depending on the particular type of test –ACT Aspire, SAT, or any of the new computer-based tests—all require writing as an important part of the assessment.
What do you and your teen need to know about the new SAT coming in Spring 2016?
One of the biggest challenges facing educators and parents today is how to prepare them for the college entrance exams. Discover ways to help your teen get ready for these significant tests.
Dating is serious business for teens and, as a parent, your job is to provide guidance that protects them as much as possible. Although you cannot possibly prevent every broken heart, you can teach them to get to know a potential boyfriend or girlfriend before things become too serious.
Whether the goal involves getting that important scholarship, improving in their basketball game or getting into the right college, goals are important. Goal setting is not a skill we are born with and requires some thinking to set the right goals. The goals should be specific to what you wish to ac
To your teen, adulthood and a career may seem like a lifetime away, but as a parent, you realize it is just around the corner. You cannot make this major life decision for your child, but you can provide guidance and assistance to make it easier.
One of the most important things in a teen’s world is making and maintaining good relationships. From friends to boyfriends or girlfriends, these relationships give many teens a sense of belonging and a peer group that helps them to cope with the daily stresses of school and of life.
Inspiring students to do well in school is not only the job of teachers and school counselors. Parents can help children become motivated by showing them how “boring” schoolwork can help them reach their goals for the future.
To be… or not to be. Hamlet asked this question in one of the most popular soliloquies ever penned, and students must ask themselves this question when deciding whether college is for them.
When planning for a career, it is to think beyond high school, graduation. This is often hard to envision for students who still focus on the here and now, but it is important to planning what they should do to achieve their career goals.
When helping your child focus on his future career, many things need to come into place to best prepare. One of the things you can do is to make sure the coursework he takes aligns with his career goals.
Every little bit helps when you are helping your child plan for their future career. Meeting community and industry professionals and exploring various career options can go a long way toward helping them plan for their future career.
In today’s day and age, it is easier than ever for kids to access drugs and other harmful substances. Many get drugs from their friends and classmates, but students can also order drugs online. Learn how you as a parent can prevent your child from getting involved in drug use.
It’s sad but true – friends are the most common source of drugs for teenage users. Parents should be proactive in their child’s lives in order to reduce the possibility of substance abuse.
Alcohol is illegal for those under the age of 21 for a reason. Teenager’s brains are not fully developed before then, limiting their ability to make wise decisions. Early abuse of alcohol can have a detrimental affect on their development. Learn how to talk to your teen about the dangers of alcohol.
Smoking is a very dangerous and addictive habit. Not only does it have serious health consequences, it has been proven to visibly age your skin (a detail that will prevent many teens from picking up a cigarette!) Learn the facts about the dangers of smoking for kids.
Parents are sometimes reluctant to hire tutors, imagining them to be a waste of resources. However, tutors are in a much better position to help your students with individual attention than a teacher who is strapped for time, or yourself who may not be as familiar with the subject matter.
