Upper School Parent Resources

The articles and suggested readings were chosen with you in mind.  They focus on issues that are relevant to parents of middle school children.  If you find resources in the future that you believe would be a great addition to this section, please email Yolanda Berry at dryberryphd@fccnova.org.  If possible, include a link to the information and a brief description of why it’s helpful, too.

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Education

Focus on children’s academic achievement and behavior in school.

Focus on how families, communities, and schools help support children

Why laptops aren’t good for all students – New techniques in education may be exciting but not beneficial for all students. Digital textbooks have been introduced into the classroom.  Does this work for everyone? What are some things that need to be considered?

Middle School Malaise – The transition from elementary school to middle school can be daunting. Information helps you understand what your student may be experiencing.  Also provides tips for what you can do to assist in the process.

Study Skills – A Handout for Parents – Good study habits are essential for school success to foster feelings of competence, positive attitudes, and to help children realize the role they play in their school success.

Parenting

Focus on impact of parental support, encouragement, and involvement

Focus on outcomes associated with positive adolescent development

Parenting: Communication Tips for Parents – Provides tips for communicating with your children.  Will help you get the most out of those moments when your child wants to share.

The Case for Spying on Your Kids – A way to monitor your children’s online activity without actually spying on your children. You have peace of mind and your children have a sense of privacy.

30 Minutes a Day To Save America – “30 Minutes a Day to Save America” is a social initiative asking parents to spend thirty minutes a day with their children doing something positive and constructive, e.g. reading a book, doing a puzzle, or help study for a test.

Positive Development

Focus on positive behaviors

Focus on relationships and attitudes

Catching Kids Being Good – Consistent, specific and immediate praise for good behavior is a powerful and effective way to show your child your approval and to encourage desirable behaviors.

Bullying: What Parents Can Do About It – Offers information regarding bullying and how best to deal with it.  This article also contains a great reference section of books by age-group for children related to bullying.

Positive Relationships Keep Teens Healthy – Adolescents who have good relationships with their family and are involved with school are physically healthier and have greater self-worth.

Health & Well-Being

Focus on physical health of children and adolescents

Focus on socio-emotional health of children and adolescents

Screen – Free Week, April 30 – May 6, 2012 – Screen-Free Week is rapidly approaching and it’s going to be the best ever! And for the very first time, the Screen-Free Week Organizer’s Kit -which includes everything you need to plan a fun-filled week—is absolutely free! Not only does the 68-page guide walk you through the organizing process, it’s also packed with fact sheets, great suggestions for screen-free activities, pledge cards and other handouts.

Keeping Kids Healthy and In School – Too many sick days? Teach your kids these 6 ways to fight germs, and be sure to follow 6 additional keep-healthy tips yourself.

Is technology ruining our kids? – A new look at technology in the lives of youth shows that it is not as detrimental as we think and can be very useful in socializing our children.

You Snooze, You Lose -Some children are getting less sleep due to their busy schedule. New research states that this lack of sleep may have a negative impact on their cognitive development.

Suggested Reading  - Offers titles that may be useful to you and your family.

Borba, Michele.  Parents Do Make a Difference: How to Raise Kids with Solid Character, Strong Minds, and Caring Hearts.

Schaefer, Valorie. The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls (American Girl Library) (Ages 11-13)

Madara, Lynda & Madaras, Area. The “What’s Happening to My Body?” Book for Boys: A Growing-Up Guide for Parents and Sons (Ages 9-15)