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Tag: tweens

Texting while driving is life-altering choice

March 27, 2012 | Posted in: High School, Middle Years

Jeanne Brown never thought she’d be touring the country, sharing an anguished plea with every teenager she meets. She never expected to meet Oprah Winfrey or go on the talk queen’s former daytime show. In fact, Jeanne Brown planned to continue her life as a mom and teacher in Lubbock, Texas, until her kids were […]

Got stress? Help your middle schooler cope

March 13, 2012 | Posted in: Middle Years

To adults, the middle school years seem like they should be completely carefree for children whose focus is on school, friends and activities of their choosing – and not necessarily in that order. But middle school can be a time of confusion. Kids at that age are going through a whole host of changes – […]

7 must-have skills for tweens

December 19, 2011 | Posted in: Early Learners, Elementary, High School, Middle Years

Middle school students learn to organize, prioritize and communicate less like small children and more like adults. That transition can be awkward, but with encouragement and practice, adolescents can learn personal skills that will pay big dividends throughout their lives. So, what personal skills do tweens need? A group of teachers, former teachers, and guidance […]