LPF Educational Advice

With the 2020 Presidential Election Now History, our kids will still have questions. As a public school teacher, I teach Social Studies, and not a day has gone by where they didn’t wanna discuss the election. I usually stay neutral and let them debate among themselves. They usually don’t agree with each other. So, I just let them know how our long standing Democracy works. I mediate and keep them on tract to a healthy understanding.

So, if you have school aged Children don’t tell them to just “shut up and stop asking questions”. That won’t settle the issue. As a Coach/Consultant, I try to discuss with them about how the process works and how valuing the opinion of others is priceless. Finally, this is a good way to discuss, in a Civil way, with your Children the specifics of difficult issues. Realistically, This won’t be the last time that they encounter difficult issues. “Remember Sharing the Truth and being open to your Children’s opinion will teach them how to deal with difficult topics in their lives in the future”. Think About it!
Dr. Charlie C. Haynes Jr.
LPF-Leveling the Playing Field

Under our current restrictions with the COVID-19 Virus raging, schools may be shut down for many more weeks. So, as Parents of school age Children you may want to plan for the long hall.
One consideration is to think about how to help your kids with online school assignments.
Contrary to popular belief not all parents have the luxury of staying home to help their students. They have to work.
If that’s you, and If your kids are Elementary or Middle School age, you may want to pay an older relative or friend to stay at your home during school days to act as a guide or helper to your students. This will be much better than letting your kids get behind in their academic progress. Think about it!

Have you as a parent found it frustrating to find yourself as the teacher of your Child during this time of Coronavirus shutdowns and school closures? Now it’s easy to see what teachers do daily and how frustrating teaching the young can be. However, don’t give up. Things will get much better. Even if schools don’t reopen soon, you will become the expert at teaching your child. Schools are sending lessons to students via internet platforms and in other ways for students to continue learning. This is good, but parents now become not only tutors but also teacher for these new lessons. It’s not easy but doable.

First, start in the beginning establishing a consistent routine for your child. This involves getting them out of bed early, either at the normal time they get up during school days or close to that time. Do Not allow them to sleep all day. Make sure they do class work and check on them throughout the day. However, many parents work, so it’s important to plan a routine close to real school days as possible. Secondly, do not criticize your child if they don’t understand assignments nor let yourself get frustrated. Some of today’s school curriculum can be challenging. So, when you can, utilize your point of contact for the school. They will guide you. Finally, stay tuned to this page for further help or contact me via email, Facebook, or by calling. “You can do this”.
Dr. Charlie C. Haynes Jr.
LPF-Leveling the Playing Field Educational Consulting
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Have a Piece for Of Mind:
It is the summer vacation period for nearly All Public schools in American. As a Parent or Guardian of School age Children, it’s the best time to prepare them for the next school year. Oh they will murmur and complain that school is out and no learning should take place, but that is just a front.
Most kids enjoy enhancements to learning. They will especially love it when they are ahead of others when school starts up again. During this time, take them to libraries, museums, and other places where you can learn with them. If they see you actively involved they will be more enthusiastic with learning during Summer Break. Remember “Learning can be fun and never take Summer Breaks”.
Dr. Charlie C. Haynes Jr.
LPF-Leveling the Playing Field
Educational Consulting