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The mission of the Family Center is to share information that promotes and develops happy, healthy, balanced and well-educated families.
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A Positive Start To The School Year
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Cheli Cerra
Raising Brilliant Kids
Raising Your Political Consciousness
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Eduville.com is an invaluable resource for all parents. The informative teleclasses, comprehensive tip sheets, and up-to-the-minute educational updates have empowered me to play more of a role in my daughter's educational journey.
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For more than 18 years Cheli Cerra has helped thousands of children achieve school and life success. She began her teaching career in 1980. She has taught at the elementary, middle and high school level. One of her degrees is in special education, and she strongly believes that all children can learn. As a child success specialist, her career path changed as she became the founding principal of Everglades Elementary, one of the first K-8 schools in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The 1500-student school received an “A+” rating from the Florida Department of Education for two consecutive years under her leadership. Currently she is the principal of Coral Gables Elementary, a Nationally Recognized School of Excellence and recipient of the Florida “A+” rating for four consecutive years.
As a school principal and mother of two, Cheli knows firsthand the issues that teachers, parents and children face. She realizes the importance of having open communication between the home and school environments and believes that communication is the key to a child’s well being. Cheli is the founder of Eduville, Inc., a company that provides resources and strategies for parents and teachers to help their children achieve school and life success. Visit Eduville.com for more insight. She is co-author of the School-Talk Success Series: Teacher Talk!, a book which gives teachers a treasure chest of information on how to handle common situations that arise in schools with students and their parents, and Parent Talk!, a book which provides practical advice to help parents communicate with their child and their child’s school.
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A Positive Start To The School Year
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Cheli Cerra
Welcome to a new school year! Starting your child off to a positive start can make the difference between success or failure. Planning and organizing your child for success is very important.
Is your child having problems with organization and planning? Disorganization is a common cause of poor grades and school performance. Educators believe that organizational differences among students play a large role in determining which children get the most out of their educational experience. Parents have also reported that they experience much less stress in helping with school assignments when their child just “stays organized.” Parents play an extremely important role in teaching their children the organizational skills that will help them achieve in school and in life.
Below is a list of situations that may be a sign that your child is having problems with organization and planning.
- Fails to bring homework assignments
- Does not know the exact homework assignment
- Fails to return completed homework
- Does not know when the teacher gives homework (e.g. days of the week)
- Does not know how the teacher typically informs them of the homework assignments
- Fails to bring home books or needed materials
- Does not know when test are
- Does not have a regular study space
- Does not have needed supplies for homework
- Waits until the last minute to start homework/studying
- Runs out of time when studying for tests
If your child is having any of the problems above, there are four main organizational strategies that can help pave the way to school success.
- Write down assignments and bring home books and materials.
Provide your child with an assignment journal: Make sure your child knows what to do and when to do it. Provide a reliable way to list homework, assignments, and due dates. A small, simple note pad will do, but make sure it is always with your child. Crossing off completed items will help children feel a sense of accomplishment.
- Keep track of papers.
Keep organized notebooks: It is very important to have a system to store and transport papers to and from school. In addition to homework papers, children should also keep track of study guides and previously graded papers to study for tests at home. A folder, binder or notebook will help your child consistently store papers rather than stuff them into the book bag.
- Plan ahead.
Create a schedule: Most children have several social and recreational activities going on throughout the week. The best way to keep track of all of their activities and still have time for homework is to map out a daily and weekly schedule. A dry erase marker board or a week-at-a-glance calendar can both work to remind your child of all the activities for the coming week.
- Have a study place.
Same space: One of the most basic habits you can teach your child is to study in one place. Help your child choose a particular location that he or she can always use to study. It should be spacious, well lit, and have supplies close at hand. As a general rule, you should try to control and limit meaningful distractions, such as telephone, TV and interruptions from others during study time.
Additional tips for organization:
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Include a brief time in your schedule to review the assignments with your child. Ask your child to connect each task with all the needed materials (e.g. books, worksheets, pencils, etc.). Ask your child when the assignment is due and mark the date on the calendar if the due date is not the next day.
AVOID MISHAPS: Pack everything away when homework is complete. Ask your child if anything else is needed for school the next day. Doing this the night before school helps avoid mishaps that can happen in the rush to get ready in the morning.
BUILD TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS: Help your child find a specific time to study and complete assigned work each day. Although the actual time may change according to the schedule of after-school activities, the discussion about scheduling a regular time should build time management skills.
REINFORCE IT: Do not assume that the behaviors will “stick.” They need to be taught, practiced and reinforced in order to become part of the routine. Parents should make a special effort to give their children frequent praise for the effort that they put into keeping organized. You can provide your child with small, but meaning rewards for using these skills each day and with larger weekly rewards for meeting some prearranged goal. Your involvement and interest will tell your child how important you think it is to plan ahead and be organized.
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Raising Your Political Consciousness
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Carolina Fernandez
Part of our journey in raising brilliant children includes the process of
educating them about our nation’s heritage. And deep within the historical
framework of this great country of ours lay political traditions and ideologies
that remain on the forefront of the consciousness of people all across the
globe. Perhaps never before—in my generation—has history come alive this
vibrantly as it has during this current race for the Presidency. Diverging
ideologies regarding economic principles, the proliferation of global democracy,
and the importance of central government, all deserve attention during all
Presidential campaigns. Yet most would argue that the global impact of the
decision for executive leadership in 2004 will be of breathtaking proportion.
Indeed, few modern day presidents—F.D.R. during the crisis at Pearl Harbor and
John F. Kennedy during the Cuban Missile Crisis being two of them—will be
written into our history books as leaders during intense international crises as
will these.
No longer separated by issues such as the role of Big Government, taxation, and
general foreign policy, our post-9/11 mindset involves veritable crusades of
ideological struggles, heretofore unknown with the magnitude facing our two
candidates today.
As parents, we are smack dab in the center of shaping human destiny…whether we
like it or not. And our decision, via our votes in the political elections
forthcoming, will determine the course of action that will guide our country not
only during our own lifetimes, but during the lifetimes of our children and our
children’s children. We are in the center of shaping the future of the world
whether we realize it or not. Our decisions will have a direct impact on
national and foreign policy; the level and enforcement of our national security;
the interpretation of our constitution; the future of disenfranchised people
within our borders; the education of our children; our health and well-being as
well as our healthcare; our level of taxation; and the cultural climate we will
find ourselves living—and raising our children—in.
Certainly, one must give these issues serious attention. But few would argue
that the viewpoints of our candidates diverge most speedily with regard to our
national security than with any other issue. All other issues pale by
comparison; indeed, it is this Constitutional duty of our President that remains
the cornerstone of his position. Under it, all other duties become weightless.
So just how does a parent instill into his or her children the awesome gift of
political knowledge and conviction? In our efforts to both fulfill
responsibilities of citizenship, as well as to raise morally and politically
conscientious members of the world, where does this enlightenment and education
fit in? And just how does one instill true pride in our priceless heritage of
political liberty and freedom?
For starters:
• Become truly informed. I don’t mean superficially. I mean: become thoroughly
informed on the fundamental issues facing our citizens today. These decisions
will impact the safety, security, and welfare of our country. Do you deeply
understand the issues? Are you discussing them with your spouse? And with your
children? Exactly how do you feel about our national security and the level of
commitment of our troops? For example, do you feel that we are involved in a
“war on terror” as President Bush proclaims, or do you believe that terrorists
represent more of a “law-enforcement issue” as John Kerry has been quoted as
saying? This issue-exactly what kind of enemy we are really fighting—is at the
core of foreign policy for each candidate, and you must be crystal clear on how
you view it. How do you feel about instilling democracy in countries around the
globe? Do you view it as a “viral theory of democracy,” which finds its ideology
back in the days of the Cold War, or that you have to “invite people to it,” as
John Kerry believes? Do you believe America should employ pre-emptive strikes
when attacked, or that we should first engage in a “global test” or
international summit? How do you feel about each candidate’s stance on the
economy, on raising taxes, and on using federal funds for entitlement programs?
• Use un-biased sources for your news. Do you rely on TV anchors from the major
networks? I only have to remind you of the Dan Rather fiasco to tell you that
CBS was “Rather Biased,” as his own admission of guilt proved. Few people
believe that TV anchors are the un-biased professionals we had all deemed them
to be. (They are human, after all.) Are you getting your information from major
city newspapers? Ditto again for un-biased reporting. Managing editors of
metropolitan papers almost always swing left of center. And what about Radio? Do
you listen to NPR, for example? You guessed it: not exactly neutral on political
reporting, either. And if you’re trusting movie and TV “stars,” late-night
talk-show hosts, rock stars, and fashion models to dole out information, well,
you are simply living on the brink of serious naiveté.
• Rely on a higher source of authority. If you are a person of faith, do you use
a code of morality, and of rule based on the Biblical perspective? On Old
Testament guidelines? Or perhaps on “New Age” sensibilities of spirit? Or on
inner conscience? Do you simply rely on your own internal “red flag” to guide
your ideology? Some of the issues will appear more clearly if weighed against
your personal convictions based on faith and religion.
• Engage in active conversation about the issues with your children and your
spouse. Your family needs to be interacting as a family. Not so that GOP parents
breed little Republican children, or Democrat moms and dads breed little
Democrats. It’s important that your children listen to and actively engage in
conversation so that various viewpoints are tossed around the table. Where do
you stand on stem cell research? On the sanctity of life? On where life begins?
How secure…or terrified…do you feel at the thought of another major attack, and
on the candidate’s ability to handle it with wisdom? What is your comfort level
with the Vice Presidential candidates, knowing that each one is a mere heartbeat
away from becoming the most powerful person in the world?
Whatever your political persuasions, and whoever your candidates, it is my hope
that you devote significant time each day during these next few weeks to “solemn
acts of devotion,” as advised by President John Adams in 1776. Take time out
each and every day to pray for our country. Pray for our soldiers on the other
side of the world who are currently fighting for others’ freedoms. Pray for
their families…that they have peace about their loved ones’ safety and mission
there.
Pray for our leaders…that, while keeping the courage to stand up for their
convictions, they would continue to keep the interests of others at heart as
well.
Pray for the safety of not only our own citizens, but for people around the
globe…that we be protected from random acts of terrorism and violence.
Promise to be ever mindful of your personal freedom, your liberty, and your
rights. Pour out a blessing on behalf of those to whom you owe it.
And vote! Vote because it is your unique opportunity to protect your priceless
heritage. Thousands died in gifting it to you. You owe it to their sacrifice.
Vote because it is your responsibility to yourself and to your fellow
countrymen. Vote because your decision will impact the ways in which you will be
able to raise this next generation to greatness.
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When No One Seems to Understand - Part 1
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Lisa Simmons
You are walking through the shopping mall or buying groceries with your family – suddenly you are approached by a stranger who either stares; pointedly looks away or asks you a point blank question – “What’s wrong with your child?”
Their looks and their actions show a lack of understanding and a lack of tolerance for anything different from them selves. How do you respond? With righteous anger or compassion? You will almost certainly feel the anger on behalf of your child and family, but giving in to it will leave you drained and frustrated.
Instead do all that you can to respond with compassion. Make your goals (A) awareness, (E) education, and (AC) acceptance – usually in that order.
Definition of Disability Awareness: Helping yourself or someone else make the leap from confusion & fear to acceptance & understanding
I’ve divided this article into 2 parts. In part 1 we will start at home and walk through ways to use this process for yourself, your spouse, and your extended family members. In part 2 we will move on to practical ways to move through this process with your child, your child’s classmates or peers; and your community at large (including those aggravating strangers at the mall).
Start with yourself
If your child has received his/her diagnosis recently, then the first person you need to escort through this process is yourself.
- (A) Listen to the stories of other parents raising children with the same diagnosis – do you see yourself and your child?
- (E) Do your homework, do the symptoms of this diagnosis ring true for your child?
- (AC) Apply what you have learned – begin to build the network of support that your special child needs (medical treatments, education strategies, personal support)
Support your spouse
Often the spouse not involved in primary childcare has more difficulty accepting a diagnosis of special needs. Think about how your spouse makes decision and help them find the kind of input they need to reach acceptance.
- (A) Share the realities of your day. Encourage your spouse to spend time alone with your child and experience his/her care first hand.
- (E) If your spouse responds to facts – have him/her complete a signs & symptoms checklist and see the results in black & white. If they give greater weight to the voice of experts - find them a parent guidebook to read or seek a 2nd opinion from a local expert.
- (AC) Involve your spouse as much as possible. Your advocacy efforts will be strongest if you attend school meetings and medical appointments together and present a united front.
Extended Family Members
Loved ones who don’t see your family frequently may find it easier to see your child’s behavioral symptoms as a reflection on your parenting rather than the special needs that they are. Accept that this is a coping mechanism, an attempt to block out information they don’t want to receive.
- (A) Let family members know about your child’s diagnosis as soon as possible, often writing a letter makes a longer impression than a spoken conversation. Chances are this will be their first introduction to the subject so try to use your own homework to explain it as simply as possible in words that are familiar. You might try doing something fun to open the conversation like sending them a special card from Giving Greetings.com.
- (E) Not every family member will be open to knowing more, but encourage any that show signs of interest. Loan them your resource books to read; spend time together with your child or write out a typical day so they can understand the reality of your child’s needs.
- (AC) Talk about ways individual family members can support your family (coming with you to meetings, babysitting so you can go to a support group or out to dinner, etc.)
Although it may feel counter productive to start at home when strangers on the street are the ones causing you sleepless nights, I do this for a purpose. #1 – it gives you a chance to increase your personal circle of support and #2 – if gives you lots of practice talking about your child’s diagnosis so that you can fine tune your explanation and figure out how to say it a way that is calm, clear, and concise.
Next time – we tackle the tougher conversations
- Your Child
- Your Child’s Peer Group
- Your Community
© 2004, Lisa Simmons. All Rights Reserved. Lisa is the creator of the Ideal Lives Online Advocacy & Inclusion Center. The Center supports parents raising children with special needs by providing tools, resources, and information that get results. The focus -- making support simple and connecting advocates to answers. To take the Ideal Lives learning community for a test drive, visit Lisa at Ideal Lives.
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