Questions & Answers
When kids are falling behind academically, or being bullied or having to deal with friends who have suddenly turned against them, school can become an awful place. Because parents are likely to hear only one side of “the story” they are frequently at a loss to understand what’s actually going on in school. As a teacher, you can provide them with the bigger picture. You can also let parents know that you are committed to supporting the healthy social/emotional development of each one of your students.
These emails have been sent to me from concerned parents whose tweens and teens are having school-related problems. I share their questions here (along with my responses) so that you may have greater understanding of the impact of school issues on students and their families. Hopefully, this insight will encourage you and your colleagues to improve communication between school and home. It’s your students’ best chance for academic and social success.
 
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 “My gifted daughter has given up on school!” |
School Problems | ||
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“How can I help my son overcome his anxiety?” |
Stress | ||
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“My child is being left behind.” |
School Problems | ||
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“I'm worried about my daughter becoming Goth!” |
Peer pressure | ||
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“My son is a gifted student who is failing.” |
School Problems | ||
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“My daughter has been hurt and is still suffering.” |
Getting over a broken heart | ||
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“How do you motivate an unmotivated learner?” |
School Problems | ||
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