When Your College Child Comes Home for a Visit
After attending summer school at the university, my son was able to come home for a few days to visit us and his friends. I continue to be impressed with the impact that college and living independently has had on my son. Some outcomes include:
- My son is growing up and learning how to become a member of a larger community.
- He is very grateful in how we raised him.
- EJ is learning how to give back to others.
- His living situation is very healthy and supportive.
- EJ is living in a school sponsored co-op housing with older students. This provides him with an expanded support system of mentors.
- Each co-op member must contribute to the upkeep of the house. My son is learning new house management skills.
Encouraging Reluctant Readers with a Growth Mindset
Common Sense Media recently published a research article on teen’s use of social media. The study is titled 
Yikes! My Middle School Child Is Becoming a Teenager!
As children begin school, parents expect that their child will progress through the grades with minimal issues. If learning issues should arise for their child, parents expect to resolve them by working with the teacher and supporting their child. Sometimes the child’s learning needs are greater than what the teacher can provide. Most often, a learning disability is identified through the school’s processes when a student needs more academic support.