Category Archives: adolescent development

Interesting topic at the holidays

Posted on December 20, 2019 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

This reminds me of many conversations with parents about navigating life and adult relationships with different parenting styles.

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NY Times Parenting tips at home for schoolwork…

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

Some easily implementable ideas here. And similar to what I am hearing teachers discuss in faculty meetings about what works best in school, it’s also true at home: Remember that consistency is key. Happy Opening!

Posted in 21st Century Skills, academic excellence in elementary schools, adolescent development, childhood development, ECE Early Childhood Education, education, global skills, new york times, NY Times, parenting, parenting middle school aged children, resilience, Seven Hills School Walnut Creek, social emotional learning | Tagged family, parenting | Comments Off

Before we know the election results…

Posted on November 6, 2018 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

I have a clear recollection after the 2016 election that I wished I had anticipated where the hot spots would be in our community, regardless of outcome. As we try and help our students make sense of an increasingly polarized … Continue reading →

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The Atlantic: How to address loneliness

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

As loneliness remains a troubling and pervasive problem in America and around the world, teaching preventive skills to students could help create future generations that are healthier and more socially connected. One could feel despair in reading this quote, but … Continue reading →

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Letters in reply to Parenting Articles; NY Times

Posted on September 1, 2018 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

Since there is no one right way to parent, this is a terrific compilation of opinions…

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Admissions Strategy! Attending AISAP…

Posted on July 10, 2017 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

I feel fortunate to be attending the AISAP Annual Institute with our Admissions Team, Susanne Goldman and Rebecca Cushing. We are hearing many important messages Including: the role of “love” coaching and building programs the value of intrinsic rewards over … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Interpersonal Skills in the workplace…

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

So many schools talk about social emotional learning as a co-curricular activity. We are seeing more and more that these skills are a means to acquiring curriculum. They create the conditions for learning. Why People Skills are becoming more valuable … Continue reading →

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Busy People NEED quiet time… Harvard Business Review

Posted on March 22, 2017 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

The case for slowing down and cultivating a mindfulness practice has never been stronger. In our busy modern lives, we need to find quiet time, for thinking and reflecting and expressing gratitude. I am confident that our students, who are … Continue reading →

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We are living in strange times

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

These are strange times. No matter your political beliefs or your ability to absorb the twenty-four hour news cycle, these are strange times. I find myself at loose ends much more since the start of the New Year, searching for … Continue reading →

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How do we talk to our children about the election?

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

This has been a week of election chatter and deciding what and when to discuss with children .his remains a very useful resource. Common Sense Media: Kids and the Election 2016

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