Emotions are the key to almost all human behavior. One of the most important parts of our job is helping our children develop emotional intelligence and learn to experience and process emotions in healthy ways. 

If there was something we could give our kids that would help them thrive in school, be more likely to finish college, and even have more positive adult relationships, we would want to give it to them, right? It turns out there is!

When your child hops in the car, and you eagerly await an animated recount of their day, you might find yourself wondering if they truly had an uneventful day or if there's something more beneath the surface. Here are some tips for productive and meaningful conversations.

Giving children our trust and some level of autonomy can be a tremendous motivator. Here are some tips for helping children take on responsibilities and chores, along with some autonomy and trust through win-win agreements.

This is just a sampling of our 4th and 5th grade student-created Bills of Rights, designed to connect their study of American history with the values they hold dear. As a school leader, I’m always inspired to see what our students find important and how creatively our teachers help them connect learning to their own lives.

Expert tips we can follow NOW so that our children learn how to work through challenges and the occasional disappointment. This expert advice helps children build a healthy mindset and avoid some common triggers of anxiety in the future.

Many parents are wondering how (or if) they should talk with their child about this painful situation. You know your child best and how much information they can process. We offer some advice for families.

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