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

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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.

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The resources at this site provide information on the well-being of parents and caregivers and suggestions for how to improve it.

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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.