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Middle School Unfiltered: Decoding the Secret Language of Tweens
April 15 @ 1:00 pm
Is “I’m fine” the most common phrase in your house lately? The transition to middle school brings a whirlwind of “big feelings,” shifting identities, and new social pressures. While it can often feel like you’re suddenly speaking a different language than your child, these years are a critical window for building a foundation of resilience and trust.
Join Phadadria Randall, middle school counselor, and Krisztina Jarratt, middle school learning specialist, at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, for an interactive, conversational Zoom session. We’ll move past the “eye-rolls” and get straight to the heart of what’s normal, what’s a red flag, and how you can support your child through the messier parts of growing up.
What We’ll Explore:
- The “Fine” Myth: Learning to identify what stress, executive function gaps, and identity-seeking look like in preteens.
- The Science of “Big Feelings”: Why the middle school years feel like an emotional rollercoaster (and why that’s actually a good thing).
- Tools for the Home: Practical strategies for setting firm boundaries while maintaining a soft place to land.
- Repair Over Perfection: How to move past power struggles and reconnect after a conflict.
- Expert Insight: How learning challenges impact emotional well-being and how to partner with schools for the best support.
This is not a lecture. We invite you to bring your coffee, unmute your mic, and join the conversation. Whether your child is thriving or struggling, you’ll walk away with a fresh perspective and a toolkit for the road ahead.
