Families as Partners
When little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, it's our job to share our calm, not join their chaos.
L. R. Knost
The Gottman institute
Create meaningful partnership opportunities and two-way communication that invites families to understand, experience, inform, and support the social and emotional development of their students.
The resources at this site provide information on the well-being of parents and caregivers and suggestions for how to improve it.
Yet there's only so much you can give before you will feel mentally, emotionally, and physically drained. That's why it's a necessity — not a luxury — to spend some time taking care of yourself so that you can recharge and feel empowered to continue to support and care for your child.