Teaching and Raising Successful Teens Continued

In my previous article, I began discussing the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens as described by Sean Covey. The teenage years can be difficult for students, teachers, and parents. It is important that teachers and parents work together to create a safe and positive environment for children. As with adults, it is important for teens to learn what things in life are more important and should be put first. Students must learn that academics, health, and true friends are more valuable in life than popularity, clothing, and material items. Many adults have a hard time learning this concept. The … Continue reading

Education Week in Review: October 27- November 2

Educational topics keep the news hot. There is always an argument or controversial issue when it comes to schools, students, teachers, and parents. Check out below for this week’s articles. Monday, October 29 Moment of Silence is Challenged One freshman girl and her father decided to sue the school system after a law passed stating that schools must observe a moment of silence. Do High School Students Need a Later Start? New research shows that teenage children are not alert enough during the morning hours to gain important information from class. Teenagers need more sleep. Some high schools are beginning … Continue reading

When should you allow your kids to start dating?

When should you allow your kids to start dating? This was the question posed this morning to listeners of the radio station I sometimes listen to while I walk. Having a child many years (I hope!) away from any prospect of dating, I didn’t give the question much thought. As I continued to walk, they asked the question again and said they would go to the phone after the next song for responses. Okay, I said, let me think. I would have to say, when the child is mature and responsible enough. That’s the first criteria. Although age should be … Continue reading