Lesson Tag: schools

Gifted students are more likely to hold a “fixed mindset,” which may hold them back from trying new things or reaching their full potential. They may believe they should only do things at which they are excellent. The way families and educators give feedback can reinforce a frame of mind that supports those limiting beliefs or the confidence to try new experiences. Learn about language you can use to support courage and independence in your gifted student. You will also gain skills in coaching your child back to confidence after a failure.  

After this session, educators and parents will be able to:

• Give feedback using language that supports youth's self-esteem
• Coach youth back to confidence after a failure

Parents can take steps to ease their school age children—and themselves—back into the school year with a positive attitude. Help your family develop effective routines, positive connections, and healthy stress-coping skills. Learn strategies to help the whole family approach online or in-person learning at school with excitement rather than worry.
After this class, you will be able to:

• Apply strategies to manage your stress around the start of the school year as a parent and teach these strategies to your children
• Motivate your children to develop healthy habits that support positive mental health and well-being, as well as academic learning
• Develop playful routines that will support a positive transition  
• Create connections with teachers and administrators at your child's school to strengthen their sense of belonging