November 2019

DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #50

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Dear Granddaddy, I don’t know if you remember me. I’m a New Britain school crossing guard and author. Claire LaClair VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTAfb2ioz2w&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=50 Claire, I remember you. Hey, I want to take a moment to thank you for all the great work you do with our youth. It really does take a village to …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #49

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Dear Granddaddy, I’m a veteran school teacher who is worried our public schools are becoming data rich and information poor. Mike T. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMLLY9T7ed8&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=49  I hear you, Mike. With technology, the influence of Pearson Education has, the testing craze, and the fact that institutions can get data on almost anything and anybody, we …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #48

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Dear Granddaddy, I don’t think I’m working effectively with my paraeducator. Do you have any suggestions? Vinnie W. – teacher VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwYV5qGpCbU&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=48  Vinnie, your issue is very common and very important. The first thing I want to do is to share with teachers out there who are fortunate enough to have a second adult …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #47

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Dear Granddaddy, do you have any advice for me to get my unmotivated boy moving now that he’s in high school? Cecelia- frustrated mom. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-xYMnFqTPs&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=47 Cecelia, it’s frustrating to see all the unused talent and potential that our children have, especially when they act helpless. It takes a village to raise a …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #46

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Dear Granddaddy, why can’t my teenage kids help around the house without being asked? Jenny O. – frustrated mom. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfhpqaZKY2E&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=46 Wow, Jenny! I sort of feel like you’re living in my house and I’m having this same conversation once again with my wife, Jennifer. As a matter of fact, Jenny, I bet …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #45

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Dear Granddaddy, I don’t want my younger brother to get married. He’s not ready. Angie- Big sister. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VU0x0_08lGU&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=45 Well, Angie, I don’t know how old or how mature your younger brother is, but I do know that you love him and are concerned. And if you feel strong enough to write to …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #44

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Dear Granddaddy, I’m not going to tell you my name because you already know who I am. I’m the kid a few years ago that told you I wanted to commit suicide. You saved me and I don’t know if I ever thanked you. So, “THANK YOU!” VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dxkUNdldmw&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=44 You’re right. I know …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #43

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Dear Granddaddy, do you have any advice for a brand new freshman who is back at the bottom again? Damitrus- 9th grader VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c93Dvy6tNqk&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=43  Damitrus, first let me begin by saying that I’m pretty impressed with you and your humble nature. I’m glad you had the courage to take the initiative to reach out …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #42

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Dear Granddaddy, how do you feel about the changes in the New Britain School District, which you work in? Sam B- teacher. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnEwaBDdRnM&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=42 Well, Sam, I can tell you that change is never easy, especially if some passing-through school administrator is making changes just for the sake of change so they can build …

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #41

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Dear Granddaddy, where have all the social workers in our schools gone? Aren’t they needed more than ever during this time of school shootings? Aly H. – high school student VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksP9Jse59us&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=41 Aly, I feel your pain. Somehow this generation of adults has at least partially failed this generation of students. Something different …

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