Category Archives: washington post

Washington Post Opinion on “Just Right” parenting

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

This opinion piece in the Washington Post speaks to cultivating trusting, dependable relationships with children as the best possible foundation. It’s seems simple, and yet, I have seen so many examples of this strategy resulting in confident, competent young adults. … Continue reading →

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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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Rudeness at home… parenting blog

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

Some great tips in here for parents at all ages and stages… Why is my otherwise polite child so rude at home? Washington Post On Parenting Blog

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Teaching children NOT to hate when there is so much hate in this election cycle…

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

Lots to digest here as we navigate this election. Our middle schoolers were assigned the debate as homework, and I felt I needed to watch and be familiar with the content. I found it hard to watch. I look forward … Continue reading →

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