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Ready for the transition to Middle School?

 

Middle school, or Junior High as it is known in some areas, causes stress and change for parents, students and teachers. Academics and peer issues like bullying and finding new friends can make transitioning to this new academic environment challenging.

Middle School Transition hotline:  805-889-2142



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Middle School Duel 

Does your child listen to music, watch TV or use the phone while doing homework?

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Yes, I can't get that kid to focus

JoeBruzzese says:

Helina, thanks for sharing your comment. Do you listen to music while doing homework in your room or do you work without it?

Posted July 06, 2008

No, he/she would never get anything done.

Helina says:

i am the student , but my mom would say I was the smartest person in the world. I got a 99% on my 4th grade Ohio Acheviement Test. And since 4th grade my mom made me stay for at least one hour in my room doing my homework.

Posted July 05, 2008

alavima says:

my child is the smartest girl ever she would never do such a thing

Posted June 25, 2008

JoeBruzzese says:

Angela's words ring true for many families. Thanks for sharing your strategy with us.

Posted January 04, 2008

Angela says:

The cell phone gets turned off and goes on top of the fridge until after homework is done. More time consuming projects are broken down and put on a schedule.

Posted January 04, 2008

 
 
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Expert Articles from Expert Resources 

Help your child succeed in middle school

Tips for succeeding and transitioning to middle school. Homework tips, study skills, parent communication

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Top Book Find for Your Middle Schooler 

Middle School Is Worse Than Meatloaf: A Year Told Through Stuff

Middle School Is Worse Than Meatloaf: A Year Told Through Stuff

by Jennifer L. Holm

Amazon Price: $10.18 (as of 10/12/2008)

I love highlighting books about middle school that really make a difference and tell a true story. This book though deserves the top seat as it was written by a middle schooler. Brilliant!

Online Parent Course

Tools for a Smooth Middle School Transition
www.MiddleSchoolTools.com

Welcome to Middle School Tools and Resources 

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Middle School Tools and Resources

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Web sites from Around the Internet 

A great place to start

Our Thinking
Making the transition to Middle School? Take a quick visit to the resource for parents and tweens entering middle school.
Linda Moran Blog on tweens and teens
Informative posts about the lives of tweens and teen
In the Middle
Tracey Ormsbee, middle school mom and avid writer, shares her insight on the challenges and achievements of the middle school years.
Hame Life
Parenting and tips for communicating with your child

Vote for your Top Books on Middle School and Teens 

Squidoo Lens Dedicated to Middle School 

Why leave squidoo to find what you need? Start here!

There's an incredible collaborative community here at Squidoo with amazing resources to share about middle school life.
Parenting Tweens and Teens Lens
Tween and Teen expert Linda Moran offers her top resources for parents
Tweeners Group on Squidoo
A wonderful resource for all things connected to Tweens. Thanks Kimberly!
Bullying and Your Child
A wonderful resource for parents and middle schoolers who have questions or concerns about bullying.
Eating Healthy for Tweens and Teens
Ideas for parents who are looking to feed their hungry tweens and teens

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MiddleSchoolEducators

There's a presentation on transitioning to middle school over on the Middle School Matters website.

http://middleschoolmatters.com/?p=86

Posted March 16, 2008

sdtechteacher

This is a much-needed lens! I added you to my lensroll. Thanks!

Posted July 23, 2007
Christopher_Scott

I would like to see some more YOUtube.com videos.

Posted June 12, 2007
MeganCasey

hey joe, this is a STELLAR lens. thanks for the well-written, helpful info.

Posted May 03, 2007
WhitePineLane

Great idea for a lens. Middle school is a year away for us-- but I'm already feeling nervous about my son entering that new environment! I'll need all the help and advice I can get!

Posted April 12, 2007

How Will You... 

Change happens. Are you prepared to parent your child through the transition into the teen years? We have the tools to guide you through. Start now. Start here. thinking-forward.com

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Change happens. Are you prepared to parent your child through the transition into the teen years? We have the tools to guide you through. Start now. Start here. thinking-forward.com

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This Kid is Incredible 

Although this kid is a high school senior his story warms the heart of any parent during the teen years.

Jason McElwain Autistic Basketball Player

Autistic basketball player Jason McElwain has the game of his life

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Joe Bruzzese, M.A.

For over 15 years Joe Bruzzese has worked with families to build relationships at school and in the home with the goal of guiding success and fulfillment during the middle school and high school years. With a Master's Degree in Education and a National Athletic Coaching License Joe brings years of educational theory and practical experience to the Thinking Forward organization. In addition to the coaching services and parent presentations he facilitates as one of the Thinking-Forward co-founders, Joe holds a professorship position in the Graduate School of Education, at UC Santa Barbara, where he teaches courses focused on the development of relationships among children, parents and schools.

Joe's expertise stems from his background as an educator and the interpersonal relationships he creates with families. His understanding of children, families and the learning process creates the ideal environment for building success in school and at home. As a featured writer in local and regional publications, Joe's articles offer parents a fresh perspective on finding the balance between school, family and extracurricular commitments during the middle school and high school years.

Through the consistent introduction and achievement of solid, goal-setting strategies families move forward together as a cohesive team. The relationship a child has with his or her family, teachers and coaches greatly affects long-term success. Joe guides families in the development of strategies that lead to building supportive relationships.

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