November 2019

DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #80

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Dear Granddaddy, what kind of teachers do students appreciate? Jane- college student. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdDJftRdDns&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=80 Jane, I’m guessing that you may be an aspiring teacher. If I am correct, then good for you. You have a great life’s journey ahead of you. As an educator, you can make a difference and leave a long-lasting …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #79

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Dear Granddaddy, Does my mom have the right to tell me to finish college when she herself never finished? Jessica VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzMUpZDc3go&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=79 Well, Jessica, I’m not sure if it really comes down to a right. If you’re in college, I’m assuming you’re at least 18-years old, which means you’re old enough to begin making …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #78

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Dear Granddaddy, my 14-year old daughter told me she is 3 months pregnant. What should I do? Caitlin- A worried mom. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-VTenqRgA&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=78 Well, Caitlin, I understand that you’re worried about your daughter. I also understand that you are wrestling with a huge decision right now that you weren’t expecting to have to …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #77

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Dear Granddaddy, my 13-year old son threw his iPhone 6 down the stairs so I’d have to buy him a new one? What should I do? Darlene- Angry mom VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8o4YK4P8Yk&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=77 You might not have to do a single thing, Darlene. Natural consequences are the best consequences because they aren’t a punishment from us. …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #76

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Dear Granddaddy, why do high schools only focus on sending kids to college? Jesenia- mom of a high school student. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y10eAhyGFuw&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=76 Jesenia, that’s a good question. In the United States, high schools get ranked by how many kids they send to four-year colleges and universities. And we all know that old saying, …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #75

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Dear Granddaddy, if you could go back, what would you be sure to do in high school? Brianna-mother of 8th grader. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bxruu3qQ2-Y&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=75 Well, Brianna, as you know, we are all different with different circumstances, needs, and goals, so my answer to your question may not be the same for everyone. However, I …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #74

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Dear Granddaddy, why doesn’t my teacher like me? Jerry- likable high school kid. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M39zd-vhXLc Jerry, sometimes we misread our teachers and their true intentions. And sometimes we think people don’t like us when they really do. However, the field of education is like most other fields in that there is usually some …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #73

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Dear Granddaddy, why can’t I play Fortnite for eight hours a day? Lawrence- middle school student. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pIGLXWATbs&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=73 Lawrence, is Fortnite your job? Do you get paid to play Fortnite? The reason I’m asking you is that usually when one does something for eight hours a day, it’s because it’s their job and they …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #72

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Dear Granddaddy, my parents want me to pay them back all the money it costs them to raise me. Zack- cheated teen. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YD2Ur1VIZWo&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=72 Wow! Really? I hope they’re joking, but, I assume that they’re not; and neither are you, huh, Zack? Don’t worry. Everything is going to be all right. And don’t fret …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #71

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Dear Granddaddy, why do they send us off to study worthless stuff in college? Jon -12th grader. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsqBtZcgE1c&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=71 Well, Jon, let me begin with telling you that I have been an educator for more than two decades. I have also completed 14-years of college and earned seven degrees. And now with the …

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