Schools often struggle to implement discipline in a way we would support, and it's challenging as a parent to know how to advocate for our kids in their classrooms and with their teachers. In this episode, we respond to a text message from a mom seeking help in how to approach her daughter's teacher and address some concerning discipline practices.
Using food to manage behavior can create all kinds of negative relationships with food, eating, our bodies, etc. and this is particularly problematic if kids have experienced any kind of food insecurity or poverty.
The research on the positive effects of recess are clear - you can see some examples here, here, here, and here! Particularly for young kids, the effects of physical activity, social engagement, and time outdoors is crucial for their development and learning important skills such as regulation and peer interactions.
Leah has lots of experience working with school districts, teachers, and administrators, and gives some suggestions on how to try to partner with your child's teacher and school, sharing your concerns and the research we have on these topics, while also requiring different strategies be used when disciplining your children. It's imperative that those of us with the resources and abilities, advocate for our kids, which in turn will help those kids who may not have adults in their lives supporting them and advocating for them!!
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