Candlewood Student Support Center Staff
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Patricia Hobson Director of Guidance |
Dianne Angileri Guidance Counselor |
James McGaley Guidance Counselor |
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Marina Hallaran School Psychologist |
Melissa Horal School Psychologist |
Dawn Puleo Behavior Analyst |
Student Support Center - 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Telephone - 592-3310
Fax - 592-3935
Dear Parents/Guardians,
The middle school years are a time of tremendous change for your child. As parents/guardians navigating these changes, whether for the first time, or as a seasoned parent/guardian of older children, can be challenging at times. Below are some resources which are available to help you gain a better understanding of the social and emotional experiences of children, and some great strategies for managing the many facets of this truly remarkable time.
Middle School Matters by Phyllis Fagell
An excellent up-to-date book for parents and educators!
This excellent book is FULL of anecdotes, advice from experts, and guidance to help parents feel they're making the right choices.
Discover how to bolster any middle schooler’s resilience by leveraging the 12 Middle School Superpowers they need to manage disappointment, self-regulate emotions, take healthy risks, and recover from any setback.
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5 ways parents can shore up a middle schooler’s self-image
https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/25/health/middle-schooler-self-image-wellness
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10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in Middle School
Reviewed by: Kathryn Hoffses, PhD
10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in MS
en español: 10 maneras de ayudar a su hijo a lograr el éxito en la escuela media
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New York State Parenting Education Partnership (link is external)
The New York State Parenting Education Partnership (NYSPEP) (link is external) seeks to promote and improve parenting education, in order to enhance parenting skills, knowledge, and behavior. New York State Parent Guide (link is external) and the New York State Parent Portal (link is external)
The NYS Parent Guide (link is external) and the NYS Parent portal (link is external) provide support and resources for the parents and caregivers of young children.
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6th grade relationship skills: Find out what you need to know
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13 Tips for Success From a Middle School Principal
Get advice from a veteran educator on how to help your child succeed in middle school and beyond.
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9 Awesome Books to Help With Parenting During the Middle School Years Written by Michelle Koch.
https://parentingteensandtweens.com/books-for-parenting-during-the-middle-school-years/
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Discover how to bolster any middle schooler’s resilience by leveraging the 12 Middle School Superpowers they need to manage disappointment, self-regulate emotions, take healthy risks, and recover from any setback.