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In this episode, Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, shares actionable insights on fostering identity development, belonging, and resilience in children, with a focus on navigating social challenges, promoting inclusivity, and supporting neurodivergent and marginalized kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kip shares two articles (one titled "Can Parents Prevent Their Sons From Sliding to the Right?" by Kathryn Jezer-Morton and the other titled "5 ways to shore up boys' social skills" by Phyllis L. Fagell for CNN) and talks why parents of boys should both read them and his own takeaways from their work.

Welcome to a crucial conversation that strikes a chord with every parent of a middle schooler (myself included!), and even more so for those navigating the unique challenges of children who think and learn differently. Today, we're joined by the amazing Phyllis Fagell, whose focus and expertise are on guiding children through the tumultuous middle school years. Middle school isn't just a phase to endure; it's a pivotal time that sets the stage for future success. Phyllis shares invaluable insights into why middle school matters and how parents can empower their children not just to survive but to thrive during this critical period. From tackling homework struggles and managing distractions to understanding the complexities of social dynamics, this discussion with Phyllis in addition to her books, supports parents in setting their middle schooler up for success. So, whether you're a seasoned parent seeking new strategies or braving the middle school journey for the first time, this episode will help transform the way you navigate this transformative time with your child. Show Notes: [3:13] - Why does middle school matter? Phyllis discusses why this topic was important for her to write about in her books. [4:29] - Rather than looking to help kids survive this tumultuous time, we need to seek out ways to help them thrive. [5:53] - It is much harder to teach certain skills after middle school when the stakes are higher. [7:26] - One concern that parents have is when middle school students wait till the last minute to work on something they need to do. This is not willful. [8:58] - What could it look like to support a middle schooler with organizing their homework? [10:38] - Phyllis shares some research on distractions and anxiety created by phones and devices during homework time. [12:14] - Another important consideration is the difference between a teacher's role and a parent's role. [14:39] - Creating balance and reasonable expectations is so important. [15:40] - Phyllis describes some of the misconceptions kids in this age range have about themselves. [17:36] - Check in with the school if something is standing out that is getting in your child's way when it comes to homework. [18:36] - There are two main ways that we do kids a disservice. [21:09] - Listen carefully to why a child wants to quit something. [22:59] - Why are they struggling? The answer to this question is important. [24:37] - Feeling connected socially is crucial, but friendships can be hard to navigate during these years. [28:31] - The lessons learned and experiences during these years are not because there's something wrong with the child. [31:20] - Phyllis's book is a great guide for parents to help kids during these tough years. About Our Guest: Phyllis L. Fagell is a licensed mental health therapist and certified school counselor in Maryland. She's the author of Middle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond – and How Parents Can Help and Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times. Phyllis also is a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications, including CNN and U.S. News & World Report, and her ideas have been shared in outlets including The New York Times, The Atlantic, The New Yorker, The Chicago Tribune, and NPR. Phyllis lives in Bethesda, Maryland with her husband and three children. Connect with Phyllis: Phyllis L. Fagell's Website Middle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond – and How Parents Can Help by Phyllis L. Fagell Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times by Phyllis L. Fagell Links and Related Resources: 4 Ways Parents Can Reframe a Tween or Teen's Social Setbacks Episode 107: How to Motivate Kids Who Couldn't Care Less with Dr. Ellen Braaten Episode 56: The Disintegrating Student with Dr. Jeannine Jannot Congruence App (free trial): Congruence is a self-coaching tool to help teens thrive in academics, sports, and social situations. Email service@congruence.app and mention Diverse Thinking Different Learning in the subject line for access. Connect with Us: Get on our Email List Book a Consultation Get Support and Connect with a ChildNEXUS Provider Register for Our Self-Paced Mini Courses with LIVE AMA Sessions The Diverse Thinking Different Learning podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or the host, Dr. Karen Wilson.

This Thanksgiving episode tackles the inevitable family drama that comes with the holiday. I sat down with parenting experts Phyllis L. Fagell and Dr. Robyn Silverman to get their tips for navigating tricky conversations and situations with family members. We covered how to set expectations beforehand, validate kids' feelings without agreeing, use humor to defuse tense moments, and provide coping tools for when things go off the rails. The goal is to make the holiday more enjoyable for everyone - kids and adults alike! Tune in for practical strategies to make this Thanksgiving drama-free.I was joined by two of my favorite parenting experts:·         Phyllis L. Fagell, school counselor and author of “Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times”.·         Dr. Robyn Silverman, child and teen development specialist and author of “How to Talk to Kids about Anything: Tips, Scripts, Stories, and Steps to Make Even the Toughest Conversations Easier”. Timeline Summary:[02:00] How to set expectations with family beforehand.[03:57] Understanding kids' sensitivity around changes in their appearance.[06:09] Making sure adults are aware of their own triggers.[09:36] Giving kids an “out” if conversations get uncomfortable.[12:18] Redirecting family away from constant questions about school.[14:06] Using humor and screens to diffuse tense moments.[18:08] Coaching kids on sharing funny videos/memes.[19:29] Helping kids not feel “on the spot” in conversations.[22:10] Getting to know grandparents as real people, not just authority figures.[23:08] Alternatives to repetitive questions about school.[27:25] Validating kids' feelings when things go wrong.[31:53] Agreeing on facts versus feelings.[33:07] Using different coping mechanisms based on the child.[35:05] Having distractions/diversions ready when things go downhill.[35:50] Importance of food and blood sugar levels. Links & Resources:·         Washington Post Article: Getting silly with your kids is vital. Here's how to get play into your day.·         Phyllis L. Fagell: https://phyllisfagell.com/ ·         Dr. Robyn Silverman: o   Website: https://www.drrobynsilverman.com o   Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobynSilverman/  I hope these practical tips help make Thanksgiving a little smoother for your family! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, follow, share, and review. Happy Thanksgiving!If you have a high school aged student and would like to talk about putting a tutoring or college plan together, reach out to Ned's company, PrepMatters at www.prepmatters.com

Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is a school counselor in Washington, DC, a therapist who works with children and teens in private practice, and an author and journalist. She is the author of Middle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond – and How Parents Can Help, and […]

Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is a school counselor in Washington, DC, a therapist who works with children and teens in Continue readingPMP370: Middle School Superpowers with Phyllis Fagell The post PMP370: Middle School Superpowers with Phyllis Fagell first appeared on Principal Matters.

On today's episode: Author of 12 Middle School Superpowers, Phyllis L Fagell, joins us to discuss the plight of tweens living in a post-pandemic world and how parents and teachers can help them find humor, derive meaning from painful experiences, and feel a sense of belonging. Phyllis is a nationally board-certified school counselor, author, and therapist who works with kids and families in private practice.Topics:02:15 The plight of tweens in a post-pandemic world05:05 Social Media's impact on tweens10:00 The 12 Middle School Superpowers12:00 The importance of humor15:50 Development from elementary to high school21:00 Building courage incrementally23:00 Deriving meaning from painful experiences25:45 Super Belonging28:00 Optimism for supporting kids moving forwardYou can purchase 12 Middle School Superpowers at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target. To learn more about Phyllis's work, visit phyllisfagell.com.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.com/pre-order/Middle school can be a time of immense change, growth, and challenges, both academically and emotionally. In this episode, we delve into the fraught world of middle schoolers and how parents can empower them for success with renowned author, school counselor, and parenting expert, Phyllis L. Fagell. Join us as we sit down with Phyllis to gain invaluable insights into navigating these formative years and setting our middle schoolers on an easier path.Phyllis Fagell brings her years of experience as a licensed clinical professional counselor and school counselor to the forefront, providing practical advice and strategies for parents, guardians, and anyone involved in the lives of middle school students. Drawing from her best-selling book, "Middle School Matters," Phyllis shares her deep understanding of the unique needs, concerns, and aspirations of middle schoolers.Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.comFollow me on Instagram for more: @raisinggoodhumanspodcastSponsored bySkylight Cal: www.skylightcal.com code HUMANSBetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/humansPillsbury: Me and my kids were thrilled about this sponsor- Find more weeknight dinner recipes at Pillsbury.comTrust and Will: Gain peace of mind today with Trust and Will. Get 10% off plus free shipping of your estate plan documents by visiting trustandwill.com/HUMANS.Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week I'm bringing back school counselor, therapist, and author Phyllis Fagell to talk about her new book Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times which she wrote as a response to what she is seeing in her work with children in the aftermath of COVID. During this interview, we talked about why this generation of tweens is more insecure, vulnerable, and eager to please perhaps than past generations, effective strategies for helping kids who might be rigid thinkers become more flexible, and how parents can coach their kids around navigating, forming and maintaining healthy friendships. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, DC, a therapist who works with children and teens in private practice, and an author and journalist. She is the author of Middle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond – and How Parents Can Help and her most recent book, Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times. Things you'll learn from this episodeWhy this generation of tweens is more insecure, vulnerable, and eager to please than past generationsHow to help kids who might be rigid thinkers to become more flexibleWhat Phyllis is seeing in how kids are connecting and finding a sense of belonging in the post-pandemic eraHow parents can coach their kids around navigating, forming, and maintaining healthy friendshipsWhat the “magic question is” and how to use it to support our kids in developing empathy How to navigate situations where our kids are seeking support from sources that may not be our first choiceWhy it's important to respect how our kids want to present their neurodiversity and other parts of their identities to the world Resources mentioned Phyllis Fagell's websiteMiddle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times by Phylls FagellMiddle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond — and How Parents Can Help by Phyllis FagellPhyllis Fagell on TwitterPhyllis Fagell on InstagramPhyllis Fagell on FacebookPhyllis Fagell on LinkedInSupport the showConnect with Tilt Parenting Visit Tilt Parenting Take the free 7-Day Challenge Read a chapter of Differently Wired Follow Tilt on Twitter & Instagram

Special guest: Phyllis Fagell, LCPC Middle school is a time of seismic shifts—everything is changing from friendships and relationships to hormones, expectations and not to mention the physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional growth your child is experiencing in just a short amount of time. Fundamental questions are floating around the heads of adolescents such as “who am I?” “Am I normal?” and “do I fit in?” Middle schoolers are thrust into a changing environment where adult involvement is reduced and their own skills become vital as they figure out exactly what they are going to allow to be their social and personal currency. Skills such as making good friend choices, negotiating conflict, considering other people's perspectives, cultivating their own passions and recognizing limitations and of course, making responsible, healthy, ethical choices. Yes, there is a lot to this middle school experience that bridges the gap between childhood and teenhood—and thankfully, we don't need to go it alone. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is the author of “Middle School Matters,” the counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a psychotherapist at The Chrysalis Group and a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications. She is also a regular columnist for the Association for Middle Level Education and Kappan magazines, and she consults and speaks throughout the country. Phyllis graduated with honors from Dartmouth College, received a master's degree in journalism from the Medill School at Northwestern University, and earned her master's degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She tweets @pfagell and blogs at www.phyllisfagell.com The post How to Talk to Middle Schoolers about What Matters Most with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC – ReRelease appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Special guest: Phyllis Fagell, LCPC Middle school is a time of seismic shifts—everything is changing from friendships and relationships to hormones, expectations and not to mention the physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional growth your child is experiencing in just a short amount of time. Fundamental questions are floating around the heads of adolescents such as “who am I?” “Am I normal?” and “do I fit in?” Middle schoolers are thrust into a changing environment where adult involvement is reduced and their own skills become vital as they figure out exactly what they are going to allow to be their social and personal currency. Skills such as making good friend choices, negotiating conflict, considering other people's perspectives, cultivating their own passions and recognizing limitations and of course, making responsible, healthy, ethical choices. Yes, there is a lot to this middle school experience that bridges the gap between childhood and teenhood—and thankfully, we don't need to go it alone. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is the author of “Middle School Matters,” the counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a psychotherapist at The Chrysalis Group and a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications. She is also a regular columnist for the Association for Middle Level Education and Kappan magazines, and she consults and speaks throughout the country. Phyllis graduated with honors from Dartmouth College, received a master's degree in journalism from the Medill School at Northwestern University, and earned her master's degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She tweets @pfagell and blogs at www.phyllisfagell.com The post How to Talk to Middle Schoolers about What Matters Most with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC – ReRelease appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

A calm classroom with students on task is what we all want. In this discussion, two teachers, two psychologists, and a school superintendent unanimously agree that current events outside of the classroom are impacting our ability to reach and teach our students. What follows is a refreshingly honest and insightful discussion about what it takes to create a calm climate for learning during exceptionally stressful times. The result is a practical guide for every educator and school leader. Follow on Twitter: @LDamour @pfagell @JYooBrannon @KFelicello @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Dr. Lisa Damour is recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association, and writes about teenagers for the New York Times, appears as a regular contributor to CBS News, and works in collaboration with UNICEF. She is the author of two New York Times best sellers, Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood and Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls. Dr. Damour graduated with honors from Yale University and worked for the Yale Child Study Center before earning her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Michigan. drlisadamour.com. Dr. Damour co-hosts the Ask Lisa podcast,. Dr. Kris Felicello has been in the field of education for over 25 years as a Teacher, Coach, Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, and he is currently the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services in the North Rockland Central School District in Rockland County, New York. Kris obtained his Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership from St. John's University in 2011. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she's the author of Middle School Matters (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Jennifer Yoo-Brannon is a teacher and instructional coach in El Monte, California, with over 16 years of experience teaching high school students, mentoring teachers, and designing and facilitating professional learning. Jennifer's passions include: building collective teacher efficacy, designing meaningful professional learning, and fostering emotional resilience among all educators. She is an Edsurge Voices of Change Writing Fellow and has written for Edsurge and The California Educator.

A calm classroom with students on task is what we all want. In this discussion, two teachers, two psychologists, and a school superintendent unanimously agree that current events outside of the classroom are impacting our ability to reach and teach our students.  What follows is a  refreshingly honest and insightful discussion about what it takes to create a calm climate for learning during exceptionally stressful times.  The result is a practical guide for every educator and school leader. Follow on Twitter: @LDamour @pfagell  @JYooBrannon @KFelicello  @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Dr. Lisa Damour is recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association, and writes about teenagers for the New York Times, appears as a regular contributor to CBS News, and works in collaboration with UNICEF. She is the author of two New York Times best sellers, Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood and Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls. Dr. Damour graduated with honors from Yale University and worked for the Yale Child Study Center before earning her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Michigan. drlisadamour.com. Dr. Damour co-hosts the Ask Lisa podcast,. Dr. Kris Felicello has been in the field of education for over 25 years as a Teacher, Coach, Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, and he is currently the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services in the North Rockland Central School District in Rockland County, New York.  Kris obtained his Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership from St. John's University in 2011. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she's the author of Middle School Matters (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Jennifer Yoo-Brannon is a teacher and instructional coach in El Monte, California, with over 16 years of experience teaching high school students, mentoring teachers, and designing and facilitating professional learning. Jennifer's passions include: building collective teacher efficacy, designing meaningful professional learning, and fostering emotional resilience among all educators. She is an Edsurge Voices of Change Writing Fellow and has written for Edsurge and The California Educator. .

Welcome back to the Teacher Goals Podcast! In today's episode, we are super excited to bring you our guest Phyllis L. Fagell. As she is interviewed by Erica Terry, she shares strategies that not only teachers can implement, but also parents in order to help middle school students thrive. Phyllis L. Fagell  is the author of Middle School Matters, a full-time, practicing school counselor and psychotherapist, and a frequent contributor to publications including The Washington Post, CNN, U.S. News & World Report, Psychology Today and Working Mother. Her ideas have been shared in outlets including The New York Times, The Atlantic, The New Yorker and NPR. Phyllis lives in Bethesda, Maryland with her husband and their three children.Get ready to learn how to empower middle school students to take academic risks! Visit our website to read the transcript and download additional resources or, join our Facebook group here to connect with other teachers, engage in LIVE Q & A's with the TeacherGoals Podcast guests and discuss podcast episodes.You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website www.healthywealthyeducators.com  to learn more about different strategies to achieve your teaching goals!You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter. If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you are going to definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

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In this episode, we ask our guests to share their strategies for building relationships with students who seem almost impossible to reach. what can we do? Follow on Twitter: @pfagell @MrRKhusky @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she's the author of Middle School Matters (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Richard Kline is in his 30th year of teaching and former teacher of Dan Jones and a graduate of Ashland University in Elementary Education 1-8, Ashland University's Master's Program in Educational Administration. Scott Will has been in education for the past twenty-two years, the last twelve years in education administration. Serving students and families is at the forefront of his professional journey. Scott is married to Cara Will, also a career educator. He spends his time outside of school following the many activities of his children and now grandchild as well as hiking and backpacking.

There was a spike in mental health issues among teens before the pandemic, but there were many eyes on our students who could reach out and help. Pandemic isolation has introduced a new level and type of mental health struggles. What are the red flags? What can teachers and parents do? Follow on Twitter: @pfagell @RLamourelle @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of "Middle School Matters" (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com.

Join us for an empowering discussion about managing the loss of control many of us feel about teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. What specific strategies do school leaders need to know to effectively navigate this extraordinary moment in education? Follow on Twitter: @pFagell @ASCD @a_rebora @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork #classroomstrategies Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of Middle School Matters (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com.

Learn how Ali Schilpp connects her students with the world around them through meaningful opportunities and technology. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.   Editable PD Certificate Northern Middle Media SLJ Names 2018 Librarian of the Year How “Going Global” Can Support Multiple Literacies and Digital Citizenship (June 19, 2019) LEGO Travel Building Suitcase Set Books with Bricks Padlet LEGO Travel Buddy’s trip to Dubai with Todd Burleson ebook   *Here is a new link about our Global Citizenship /book club (It’s Trevor Noah: Born A Crime with students from St. Michael’s College in VT. https://www.alischilpp.com/lego-travel-buddy   Recommended Reads:  The Lego Ideas Book: Unlock Your Imagination by Daniel Lipkowitz    Digital Citizenship in Action: Empowering Students to Engage in Online Communities by Kristen Mattson    Middle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond--and How Parents Can Help by  Phyllis L. Fagell The Town of Accident, Maryland 

We are all trying to figure out how to handle this unprecedented disruption of the school year. In this episode, we talk about what some teachers are saying they need from their administrators during these stressful and demanding times. Follow on Twitter: @jonHarper70bd @froehlichm @pfagell @bamradionetwork @Joe_Mazza Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of "Middle School Matters" (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Joe Mazza, Ed.D. is Principal at Seven Brides Middle School in the Chappaqua Central School District (NY). He is a strong advocate for middle-level ed, family and community partnerships and connected learning while embracing the idea of today’s educators serving as the lead learners in their schools. Joe's innovative work has been featured in 17 books dating back to 2005.

Is it possible to meet the social-emotional needs of students while teaching online? Yes and no. Tune in for a candid look at what we can do, what we can’t do, and what we should do to help students through this emotional period. Follow on Twitter: @jonHarper70bd @froehlichm @pfagell @bamradionetwork @Joe_Mazza Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of "Middle School Matters" (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Joe Mazza, Ed.D. is Principal at Seven Brides Middle School in the Chappaqua Central School District (NY). He is a strong advocate for middle-level ed, family and community partnerships and connected learning while embracing the idea of today’s educators serving as the lead learners in their schools. Joe's innovative work has been featured in 17 books dating back to 2005.

We are all trying to figure out how to handle this unprecedented disruption of the school year. In this episode, we talk about what some teachers are saying they need from their administrators during these stressful and demanding times. Follow on Twitter: @jonHarper70bd @froehlichm @pfagell @bamradionetwork @Joe_Mazza Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of "Middle School Matters" (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Joe Mazza, Ed.D. is Principal at Seven Brides Middle School in the Chappaqua Central School District (NY). He is a strong advocate for middle-level ed, family and community partnerships and connected learning while embracing the idea of today’s educators serving as the lead learners in their schools. Joe's innovative work has been featured in 17 books dating back to 2005.

Is it possible to meet the social-emotional needs of students while teaching online? Yes and no. Tune in for a candid look at what we can do, what we can't do, and what we should do to help students through this emotional period. Follow on Twitter: @jonHarper70bd @froehlichm @pfagell @bamradionetwork @Joe_Mazza Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of "Middle School Matters" (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com. Joe Mazza, Ed.D. is Principal at Seven Brides Middle School in the Chappaqua Central School District (NY). He is a strong advocate for middle-level ed, family and community partnerships and connected learning while embracing the idea of today’s educators serving as the lead learners in their schools. Joe's innovative work has been featured in 17 books dating back to 2005.

Episode 26 - We could not be more excited than to welcome New York Times Best Selling Author Jessica Lahey on the podcast. Jessica has articles written in The Atlantic and the New York Times, and we have her on the podcast to discuss her New York Times best selling book The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed. We had the joy of seeing her at AMLE in Nashville this past November and knew we had to ask her to come on the podcast. We hope you enjoy this great discussion on our love for middle schoolers, the importance of giving children of any age autonomy and intrinsic motivation to succeed. Jessica Lahey http://www.jessicalahey.com Buy The Gift of Failure by Jessica Lahey https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Failure-Parents-Children-Succeed-ebook/dp/B00GLS00LY/?tag=jessicalcom-20 Gift of Failure Frequently Asked Questions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJvu5en3L6M&list=PLWc_BZJdVWKLk7yIgkofPUNfhUi4bVEKj&disable_polymer=true 
Jessica's Bibliography https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51d5b70de4b07e30233ade36/t/5bc4ace8c83025dddf3f2adc/1539615976178/Bibliography.pdf Balanced and barefoot by Angela J. Hanscom https://www.amazon.com/Balanced-Barefoot-Unrestricted-Confident-Children/dp/1626253730 “Drive” Daniel H. Pink https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Surprising-Truth-About-Motivates/dp/1594484805 Middle School Matters by Phyllis L. Fagell https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083 The Happiness Project with Gretchen Rubin https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happier-with-gretchen-rubin/id969519520 Happier in Hollywood with Liz Craft and Sarah Fain https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happier-in-hollywood/id1236845161 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/from-the-middle-podcast/support

Special guest: Phyllis Fagell, LCPC Middle school is a time of seismic shifts—everything is changing from friendships and relationships to hormones, expectations and not to mention the physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional growth your child is experiencing in just a short amount of time. Fundamental questions are floating around the heads of adolescents such as “who am I?” “Am I normal?” and “do I fit in?” Middle schoolers are thrust into a changing environment where adult involvement is reduced and their own skills become vital as they figure out exactly what they are going to allow to be their social and personal currency. Skills such as making good friend choices, negotiating conflict, considering other people's perspectives, cultivating their own passions and recognizing limitations and of course, making responsible, healthy, ethical choices. Yes, there is a lot to this middle school experience that bridges the gap between childhood and teenhood—and thankfully, we don't need to go it alone. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is the author of “Middle School Matters,” the counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a psychotherapist at The Chrysalis Group and a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications. She is also a regular columnist for the Association for Middle Level Education and Kappan magazines, and she consults and speaks throughout the country. Phyllis graduated with honors from Dartmouth College, received a master's degree in journalism from the Medill School at Northwestern University, and earned her master's degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She tweets @pfagell and blogs at www.phyllisfagell.com The post How to Talk to Middle Schoolers about What Matters Most with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Special guest: Phyllis Fagell, LCPC Middle school is a time of seismic shifts—everything is changing from friendships and relationships to hormones, expectations and not to mention the physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional growth your child is experiencing in just a short amount of time. Fundamental questions are floating around the heads of adolescents such as “who am I?” “Am I normal?” and “do I fit in?” Middle schoolers are thrust into a changing environment where adult involvement is reduced and their own skills become vital as they figure out exactly what they are going to allow to be their social and personal currency. Skills such as making good friend choices, negotiating conflict, considering other people's perspectives, cultivating their own passions and recognizing limitations and of course, making responsible, healthy, ethical choices. Yes, there is a lot to this middle school experience that bridges the gap between childhood and teenhood—and thankfully, we don't need to go it alone. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is the author of “Middle School Matters,” the counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a psychotherapist at The Chrysalis Group and a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications. She is also a regular columnist for the Association for Middle Level Education and Kappan magazines, and she consults and speaks throughout the country. Phyllis graduated with honors from Dartmouth College, received a master's degree in journalism from the Medill School at Northwestern University, and earned her master's degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She tweets @pfagell and blogs at www.phyllisfagell.com The post How to Talk to Middle Schoolers about What Matters Most with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Special guest: Phyllis Fagell, LCPC Middle school is a time of seismic shifts—everything is changing from friendships and relationships to hormones, expectations and not to mention the physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional growth your child is experiencing in just a short amount of time. Fundamental questions are floating around the heads of adolescents such as “who am I?” “Am I normal?” and “do I fit in?” Middle schoolers are thrust into a changing environment where adult involvement is reduced and their own skills become vital as they figure out exactly what they are going to allow to be their social and personal currency. Skills such as making good friend choices, negotiating conflict, considering other people’s perspectives, cultivating their own passions and recognizing limitations and of course, making responsible, healthy, ethical choices. Yes, there is a lot to this middle school experience that bridges the gap between childhood and teenhood—and thankfully, we don’t need to go it alone. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is the author of “Middle School Matters,” the counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a psychotherapist at The Chrysalis Group and a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications. She is also a regular columnist for the Association for Middle Level Education and Kappan magazines, and she consults and speaks throughout the country. Phyllis graduated with honors from Dartmouth College, received a master’s degree in journalism from the Medill School at Northwestern University, and earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She tweets @pfagell and blogs at www.phyllisfagell.com The post How to Talk to Middle Schoolers about What Matters Most with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Special guest: Phyllis Fagell, LCPC Middle school is a time of seismic shifts—everything is changing from friendships and relationships to hormones, expectations and not to mention the physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional growth your child is experiencing in just a short amount of time. Fundamental questions are floating around the heads of adolescents such as “who am I?” “Am I normal?” and “do I fit in?” Middle schoolers are thrust into a changing environment where adult involvement is reduced and their own skills become vital as they figure out exactly what they are going to allow to be their social and personal currency. Skills such as making good friend choices, negotiating conflict, considering other people’s perspectives, cultivating their own passions and recognizing limitations and of course, making responsible, healthy, ethical choices. Yes, there is a lot to this middle school experience that bridges the gap between childhood and teenhood—and thankfully, we don’t need to go it alone. Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC, is the author of “Middle School Matters,” the counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a psychotherapist at The Chrysalis Group and a frequent contributor to The Washington Post and other national publications. She is also a regular columnist for the Association for Middle Level Education and Kappan magazines, and she consults and speaks throughout the country. Phyllis graduated with honors from Dartmouth College, received a master’s degree in journalism from the Medill School at Northwestern University, and earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She tweets @pfagell and blogs at www.phyllisfagell.com The post How to Talk to Middle Schoolers about What Matters Most with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Is it wise, advisable, or effective to hide the negative emotions we feel when we are in school? What are the unintended consequences? Follow: @jonHarper70bd @froehlichm @fagell @bamradionetwork Phyllis L. Fagell, LCPC is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a therapist at The Chrysalis Group. Phyllis frequently writes columns on counseling, parenting and education for The Washington Post, and she’s the author of Middle School Matters (Hachette, 2019). Phyllis blogs at phyllisfagell.com.

In high achieving schools, the expectations of parents and teachers can be intense. Getting top grades puts kids under unhealthy levels of stress. And is it even necessary? According to school counselor and therapist, Phyllis Fagel, "It's not clear what grades even mean any more. In today's Digital Age, with this many variables [contributing to our kids' chances for success in the workplace] I think people are just trying to control whatever they can. And grades is one of them." Many colleges are beginning to broaden their perspective to include more than just a student's GPA when considering applicants. That's an important step in the right direction. Anxious parents may also be recognizing that grades, per se, don't define a child, but they're not sure what does. Annie talks with Phyllis about the myth of the Straight A student and how character development fits into success in the workplace and in life. About Phyllis Fagell (@Pfagell) Phyllis L. Fagell is the school counselor at the Sheridan School in Washington, D.C. and a licensed clinical professional counselor at Chrysalis Group Inc. in Bethesda. She is a regular contributor to the Washington Post where she writes about education, social emotional learning, counseling, and parenting. Read Phyllis' Washington Post columns under Phyllis L. Fagell. Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.