The Parent-Teacher Project

Today we have David Gillespie on the show who is a lawyer and an author of 12 self-help books about healthy eating, in the context of his own experience regaining health. Two of his books (Sweet Poison, and The Sweet Poison Quit Plan) are widely known , helping thousands of Australians quit sugar. Today we'll be talking about the effects of sugar on children, along with David's own journey to learning about sugar's impact on our health.

Key Quote:

"If you're going to stop consuming sugar, you have to do it the way you stop consuming any other addictive, which is you have to stop, actually stop."

You don't want to miss

• David's sugar journey
• What makes sugar so addictive for our children?
• Hidden sugars
• Can we manage sugar intake?

Resources:

• Sweet Poison
• The Sweet Poison Quit Plan
• David Gillespie

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Today we are joined by Gia-Yen Luong. In 2019 Gia-Yen was awarded a prestigious Rhodes Scholarship to do a Master's in Education at Oxford University, not only enabling her to learn alongside the brightest minds but also exposing her to the most diverse educational experiences of teachers from all around the world. Gia-Yen has been teaching for more than 8 years now in a variety of settings and will be talking to us about what traits make a great teacher.

Key Quote:

"Great teachers are the ones who teach with their whole selves."

You don't want to miss

• The origins of teaching

• Teaching in the Northern Territory
• Traits that make a great teacher

Resources:

• Teach For Australia

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Resources:

• Teach For Australia

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Today we're talking about the important role hobbies play in our children's lives. Our guest today is Sean Kos, an engineer and family man who has seen his four children find and develop hobbies of their own. Sean talks about how hobbies have helped shape the man he is today, why every kid should have a hobby, and how as a parent you can either help or hinder your child as they discover their own interests

Key Quote:

"I really think that the hobbies, the activities, that's the fun zone of parenting"

You don't want to miss

• Why are hobbies so important growing up?

• Tell-tale signs your child needs a hobby

• Hobbies to share with you children

Resources:

• Purposeful Hobbies

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Doug is a graduate of Redfield College and has completed two university degrees. One a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, and the other, a Master in Environmental Economics. In this episode we'll be talking about Year 13, navigating your first year outside of high school. This is an episode for students to get a grasp of some of the potential challenges ahead, and it is also an episode for parents to understand that their roles as mentors does not stop after high school.

Key Quote:

"The moment you graduate and you start applying for a job, the first thing companies look at is your experience."

You don't want to miss

• First year struggles

• Forming new friendships

• Finding work during university

• Scholarships are easier to get than you think!

Resources:

• Meet As Strangers Leave As Friends

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This week, Dr. Chetan Pandit talks about quality of sleep and how it's affecting your student. Dr. Pandit is a Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physician and a senior associate lecturer in Paediatrics at the University of Sydney.

In this episode, Dr. Pandit reveals the secrets to good sleep, what our kids can do day to day to achieve higher quality sleep, and how sleep quality affects the academic performance of our children. If you're looking for ways to give your child or student the best shot at succeeding during their schooling life, have a listen and takeaway plenty of tips to your family sleep better!

Key Quote:

"Those who sleep adequately for 8 to 10 hours, their grades are much higher than those who are not sleeping."

You don't want to miss

• Importance of sleep consistency
• Role of exercise
• How much sleep do we need?
• Caffeine effects

Resources:

• Exercise & Sleep
• Sleep & Academic Performance
• Sleep Deprivation & Memory Problems

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In today's episode, Katrina Alvir helps us find positivity during lockdown and difficult times. Katrina has taught and mentored high school girls and their parents for over 20 years in Australia and abroad, and has recently completed a Graduate Diploma in Positive Psychology and Well-Being.

Katrina is extremely passionate about lockdown well-being and in this episode, Katrina will provide practical tips for keeping us feeling positive and making the most our of life, even during these times.

Key Quote:

"What I love about positive psychology is that it studies the people who thrive."

You don't want to miss

• Important daily habits
• Positive environments
• Effects of screen time
• The risk of comparison

Resources:

• Emotional Agility: Get Stuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive In Work and Life
• The Gift And Power Of Emotional Courage

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In today's episode, we have Rachel Rasmussen on the show. Rachel is the current ICT curriculum coordinator at Tangara School for Girls, and her main role is to make sure that we're using cutting-edge technology that also provides them with safety precautions while they are online.

In this episode, Rachel will provide practical tips for keeping us safe online.

Key Quote:

"Just as you would teach your child to cross the road safely, it's just as important to make sure that they're safe online."

You don't want to miss

• Helping our children understand the risks
• Blocking suspicious profiles
• Adapting to new apps
• You're at risk too

Resources:

• How to block people online
• esafety.gov.au

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In this episode we interview Dr. Robin Choong about how to understand the teenage brain. Dr. Choong is an intensive care physician and is also trained as a pediatrician. He works across multiple hospitals in Sydney, Australia.

Dr. Choong explains the brain's development, and how it explains a teenager's tendency to be more impulsive. In listening to this episode you will also understand the role of the brains 3 neurotransmitters (dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin), and why understanding how habits are formed is so important in the process.

Key Quote:

"Focus determines destiny"

You don't want to miss

• Brain development explained
• Neurotransmitters described (Oxtocin, Serotonin, Dopamine)
• How habits are formed (Good & Bad)
• The dangers of stimulants & social media

Resources:

• Oxytocin
• Dopamine
• Serotonin
• The Social Dilemma (Free Documentary)

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In this episode we interview 4 fathers about how to have conversations with your son about the harmful effects of pornography.

We learn just how easy it is for for younger children to access porn. This episode will leave you with ideas for how to talk with your son about this sometimes uncomfortable topic, how to know if they are browsing pornography, and how your relationship with your spouse can affect their views on healthy relationships.

Key Quote:

"It's better to start the talk early rather than later"

You don't want to miss

• When is the right time to talk?
• The role of smartphones
• Embracing healthy relationships
• Being willing to talk

Resources:

• Let's Talk Porn
• Browsing History
• Fight The New Drug

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Chris Cullen is a seasoned school teacher and mentor at Redfield College. Walking alongside students and families as a mentor at this all-boys College, in this episode Chris shares why the success of a student doesn't solely depend on the strength of the child, but more so, the strength of his parents and teachers who accompany him during those crucial schooling years. This episode is for parents to understand the power of working closely with your child's school, and for teachers and mentors to approach each student as unique and in need of tailored solutions.

Key Quote:

"There's no one blueprint for a family. They're all different and unique. There's no one plan or approach to implement. An individual, tailored plan for each child is super critical."

You don't want to miss

• How to prepare for a meeting with your child's school mentor
• What happens if you solely focus on the academic progress of your child
• How to maintain a growth mindset as a parent

Resources:

• Legacy - What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life
• Redfield College

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