5 Major Screen Time Challenges and How to Solve Them

5 Major Screen Time Challenges and How to Solve Them

Screen time is something I get asked about a lot. It’s one of the biggest areas of conflict between parents and teens, even under normal circumstances. But in this moment, technology is a lifeline, an education tool, and a vital social connection. Managing technology...
How to Respond to Grading Policy Changes During the Shutdown

How to Respond to Grading Policy Changes During the Shutdown

  Grades can be a major source of stress, even under normal circumstances. This semester, the sudden transition to online classes has led to wide-scale changes in grading policies that have created even more stress and uncertainty than usual. Whether your student...
10 mistakes students make with online learning

10 mistakes students make with online learning

  It’s hard to believe, but many of us are heading into our 5th week of online classes due to the COVID-19 shutdown. While some students haven’t had much trouble adjusting to the new “normal,” a lot of students are struggling with the change. And that’s...
How students can succeed during the COVID-19 shutdown

How students can succeed during the COVID-19 shutdown

With schools around the country shutting down, you might be worried about how your teen will manage an online classroom environment with limited interaction with teachers and classmates. Your teen might have no idea where to begin with online learning.   This is going...