School Dazed: Help For Moms and Dads of School-Aged Kids

The One About Student Athletes

A report by the Aspen Institute in 2016, stated that three out of four American households have at least one school-aged child participating in youth sports. Because of the commitment involved it can be difficult to balance sports and education. This week we welcomed Chauncey Franks, former player, former college football coach, and character coach for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Texas Christian University. Also joining us was TCU Football linebacker, Garrett Wallow who talked with us about balancing sports and education and what to expect as a college athlete.

 

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The One About Homeschooling

In 2016 about 1.7 million students (ages 5-17) were homeschoolers. There are so many ways to homeschool that it can be difficult to know where to start. Or, if you would like to change up what you're currently doing, what options are available to you? In this episode educators and veteran homeschool moms Ramona Alexander Walden and Lynzee Bolton share their experience and offer solutions to the homeschool question. 

 

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The One About Spring Break Ideas

Spring Break is around the corner. Wondering what you'll do with your kiddos? In this episode we share how to find event and activity deals and steals, fun apps to occupy your kids in the car on road trips, academic tips, and we hear from Spring Break camp representatives.

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The One About Scholarships

Each year, an estimated $46 billion in grants and scholarship money is awarded by the U.S. Department of Education and the nation’s colleges and universities. In addition, about $3.3 billion in gift aid is awarded by private sources. But how do you get a piece of the pie?

In this episode we welcome Valerie Gill, “The Scholarship Lady” , who offers workshops and private sessions that assist students in applying to college and submitting scholarship applications.

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The One About Bullying

The US Department of Justice says that 160,000 students skip school every day for fear of being bullied. The Centers for Disease Control and Department of Education define the core elements of the bullying as: unwanted aggressive behavior; observed or perceived power imbalance; and repetition of behaviors or high likelihood of repetition. 

Bullying has evolved over the years. Now children aren't just subjected to it on the playground and between classes but it follows them home through cell phones and social media. 
In this episode we were joined by Amy Friend, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, and High School Counselor, Samiyyah Middleton.

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The One About S.M.A.R.T. Goals and the Growth Mindset

Children live for today. Sometimes it can be challenging to encourage our children to think beyond the moment and set their sights on the bigger picture. S.M.A.R.T. goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. A Growth Mindset is one that believes ability is not set in stone and can be changed with hard work. This week we welcomed Katrina Mabry-Smith, AVID District Coordinator for Mansfield ISD.  Katrina shared tips for parents to help children set and reach goals and develop a Growth Mindset.

The One About Services and Accommodations at School

This year my husband and I have been learning to advocate for our children to receive the services they need at school. Both boys require services and accommodations and it has been a challenge figuring out how to get them the help they need to be academically successful. More and more these days families find themselves in the same position. In this episode we explore the topic with Licensed Behavioral Therapist, Rondi Allen and Suzanne Scott who heads the Special Education department at a high school in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Both have extensive knowledge and experience working with children who have various challenges from anxiety and depression, ADHD, to Autism, and require assistance at school.

 

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The One About Gaming and Students

What effect does gaming have on a student’s education? Join us as we explore this topic with Licensed Professional Counselor, Conchita Mata Andrijeski and Psychologist Kevin Lambert.  It truly takes a village to raise our kids!  When you hear a great nugget of wisdom or parenting tip on our show, help out your parent friends!  Tweet it, Instagram it, Facebook it, and add the hashtag #schooldazed or #iamschooldazed