Rob HellerTeach teenagers responsibility at home using scaffolded independence and natural consequences, the middle path between doing everything for a teen and demanding independence overnight.
Rob HellerEmpty praise doesn't build real confidence, and teenagers can usually tell the difference. This guide gives parents a practical alternative rooted in competence and real feedback, the same approach Boost uses in the classroom.
Rob HellerSoft skills instruction works best when home and school reinforce the same language and expectations. This guide gives schools a simple way to keep parents informed and aligned without adding another meeting to anyone's calendar.
Rob HellerParents hear 'SEL' and 'character education' used almost interchangeably, but the two have different roots, different politics, and different classroom approaches. This piece gives parents a clear-eyed comparison and questions to bring to a parent-teacher conference.