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Join me for weekly discussions about ALL things education...from preschool through high school! As a mom, Speech Language Pathologist, and educator, I share my personal experiences related to each week's topic in relatable and informative ways.
My message about education is powerful: Reflecting on what is and making waves to cause change!
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Real Partnership That Creates Real Student Success
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May 19, 2026 |
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If You Could Choose Any School… What Would You Choose?
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May 05, 2026 |
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From Cries to First Words: Building Speech & Language from Day One
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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What Parents And Coaches Miss About Student Athletes’ Mental Health
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Inflated Grades, Deflated Effort: A Silent Policy Shift in Public Schools
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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Toxic Friends, Clear Boundaries: Helping Kids Leave Unhealthy Friendships
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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Empowering Kids to Choose Better Friends
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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Toughness Culture: Student Athletes And Their Mental Health
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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Raising Thinkers In The Age Of AI: A Practical Guide For Parents And Teachers
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Why Treating AI Like A Tutor Protects Real Learning
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Feb 17, 2026 |
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Rescue Less, Support More: How to Step Back and Build Strong Learners
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Guiding Kids Through The Learning Pit With Confidence And Care
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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Checking In With Uriah!
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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Something Feels Off at School: A Parent’s Guide to Special Ed Testing
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Jan 20, 2026 |
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Raising Kids Who Lead With Effort
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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Tuesday Talks: We’re Back — And We’re Just Getting Started!
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Jan 06, 2026 |
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Agency, Advocacy & Accountability: A Tuesday Talks Recap
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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Practical Holiday Traditions That Spark Lasting Memories For Kids And Parents
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Dec 09, 2025 |
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Becoming the Leaders Students Deserve: A Conversation with Dr. Jamila Singleton
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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Breaking Free: One Mom's Journey to Homeschooling (Encore)
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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When Kids Lead The Conference, Everyone Learns (Part 2)
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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Grades Can Wait, The Kid Has The Mic: The New Parent-Teacher Conference
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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SEL In Action: Teach The Heart First, Then The Mind
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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The Tough Truth About Teacher Safety and IEP Discipline
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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Resolving Conflicts: The culture shift schools and families need
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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Inside the Four‑Day School Week: Savings, Stress, and Student Impact
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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Breaking Free: One Mom's Journey to Homeschooling
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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Tuesday Talks Rewind: 7 Episodes That Sparked Change
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Trauma-Informed Teaching: Sparking Change in Schools
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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AI Can’t Fix This: Stories From the Classroom
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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The Second Time Around: Grandparents Raising Grandkids
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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From Status Quo to Shake Up: Changing Our Schools
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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Don't Wait Until Kindergarten: How Early Intervention Changes Lives
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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My Kid Has An IEP: Now What?
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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Back to School: Parent-Child Conversations That Matter
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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Season 2 Finale!
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May 27, 2025 |
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Think for Yourself: Teaching Kids to Own Their Learning
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May 20, 2025 |
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AI in the Classroom: Innovation or Disruption?
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May 13, 2025 |
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The Science of Reading Revolution is Transforming How We Teach Children to Read
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May 06, 2025 |
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Literacy in Schools: How did the US get so far behind? (Part 2)
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Apr 29, 2025 |
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Literacy in Schools: How did the US get so far behind? (Part 1)
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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Reading Between the Lines: The Crisis of High School Graduates Who Can't Read
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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Parents ask, kids answer: What makes the perfect summer experience?
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Summer plans for kids: Now is the time to start planning!
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Teaching & Earning: The Gender Pay Gap in Education
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Screen Time in Classrooms: How Much Is Too Much?
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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State Testing: It's Time to Get Ready!
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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The Post-COVID Slide
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Coach Val's Teen Girl Empowerment Event
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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“The Gift of Failure” by Jessica Lahey (Part 3)
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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"The Gift of Failure" by Jessica Lahey (Part 2)
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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“The Gift of Failure” by Jessica Lahey (Part 1)
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Feb 05, 2025 |
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Navigating Delayed Adulthood: Preparing the Next Generation for Independence
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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What Happens When A Whole Generation Never Grows Up: Part 1
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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Letting Your Child Learn Life Skills Through the Lens of Failure (Part 2)
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Letting Your Child Learn Life Skills Through the Lens of Failure
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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One Year Anniversary for Tuesday Talks!
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Creating Magical Family Moments: Holiday Traditions and Activities
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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Coach Val's New Gig!
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Dec 04, 2024 |
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Preparing Your Child for Today's Kindergarten: Strategies for Parents
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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Demystifying Special Education: Evaluations, IEPs, and Advocacy Tips for Parents
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Navigating the Homework Debate: Balancing Education and Family Life
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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Mastering Study Habits: Techniques for Lifelong Learning Success
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Nov 06, 2024 |
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Re-Cap of Our October Talks!
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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Breaking Free from the 0-100 Trap in Education
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Oct 23, 2024 |
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Promoting Student Self-Accountability: Strategies for Educators and Parents (Part 2)
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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Promoting Student Self-Accountability: Strategies for Educators and Parents (Part 1)
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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The Unseen Challenges and Wins of School Life
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Strategies for Building a Cohesive Classroom Community (Part 2)
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Strategies for Building a Cohesive Classroom Community (Part 1)
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Navigating Procrastination and Time Management with Kids
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Sep 11, 2024 |
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Spotting Student Struggles: Early Intervention Tips
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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Ensuring Student Progress with Collaborative Check-ins
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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The Power of Authenticity in Effective Classroom Management
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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Overcoming New Teacher Challenges with REAL Connections
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Navigating Cell Phone Policies for Effective Learning
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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From Summer Fun to School Success: Strategies for a Smooth Transition
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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Avoiding Entitlement: Strategies for Raising Grateful and Self-Reliant Kids
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Jul 24, 2024 |
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Balancing Fun and Learning: Navigating Video Games for Kids During the Summer
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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Creating a Healthy Digital Balance for Children
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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The Role of Slang in Fostering Classroom Connection
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Jul 03, 2024 |
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Transformative Strategies for Emotional Regulation and Executive Functioning in Kids
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Jun 26, 2024 |
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Keeping Kids Academically Active During the Summer
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Unlocking Future Success: Building Strong Communication Skills in Kids
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Jun 12, 2024 |
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Balancing Rewards and Achievements: Navigating Participation Trophies and Genuine Accomplishments in Kids
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Tips and Tricks for Selecting the Best Summer Camps
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May 29, 2024 |
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Rethinking Education: Beyond Grades, Tests, and Homework
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May 22, 2024 |
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Crafting a Dynamic Close to the School Year for Students and Teachers
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May 14, 2024 |
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Celebrating 21 Episodes with Insight, Reflection and Services to Help Students & Parents
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May 08, 2024 |
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Guiding Young Minds to Emotional Maturity and Self-Control
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May 01, 2024 |
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Managing Emotions and Enhancing Executive Functioning in Students
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Apr 26, 2024 |
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Unlocking Success for Kids: The Power of Executive Functioning in Education
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Apr 18, 2024 |