New research from School of Rock reveals stunning outcomes: 96.2% of parents report increased confidence, 80.4% say their kids are happier, and 88.3% see improved resilience in children who participate in music programs.
You've spent years making sure your children have everything they need—pediatrician checkups, tutors when they struggle, therapy when they need support. But when's the last time you checked in on your own mental health?
Your child has an IEP or 504 plan. The accommodations are in place. The therapists are involved. So why aren't you seeing progress? The answer might have nothing to do with academics—and everything to do with emotional maturity.
Recent SNAP benefit disruptions have exposed how fragile our food security safety net really is. Food insecurity affects over 44 million Americans, with Texas ranking #1 in the nation. But hunger isn't just about a lack of food—it's about time poverty, housing instability, healthcare gaps, limited education, and blocked economic opportunity. When you're working multiple jobs to survive, you don't have time to cook nutritious meals, attend job training, or advocate for better wages.
The threat isn't who most parents think it is. Over 70% of child sexual abuse cases involve another child or teen as the perpetrator—not strangers, not adults online, but classmates, teammates, and former romantic partners. And technology has weaponized peer harm in devastating new ways.
The immigration detention crisis has reached a breaking point, and children are suffering the most. This situation extends beyond immigration policy; it represents a humanitarian crisis impacting children in our neighborhoods and schools. U.S. citizen children are being separated from their parents, families are being torn apart by detention, and the system is lacking in basic humanity and accountability.
Whether you're currently in an abusive situation, healing from one, or supporting a loved one, this episode provides validation, expert guidance, and practical strategies for moving forward.
The kids are gone - now what? Join us as empty nest expert Anthony Damaschino author of The Empty Nest Blueprint, reveals how to navigate one of parenting's biggest transitions.
How do you explain war to a 10-year-old? What do you say when your child asks about tragic accidents they've heard about? In our hyper-connected world, children are exposed to disturbing news whether we plan for it or not, and dismissing their concerns with "don't worry about it" isn't enough.
In this episode, we explore one of the most personal challenges facing single parents - finding love and companionship while raising children and staying true to your values.
What if the male loneliness epidemic isn't just a mental health crisis, but the predictable result of systems designed to strip boys of their emotional capacity?
When your teenager is battling acne and mood swings while you're dealing with hot flashes and brain fog, it might feel like your house is under hormonal siege. But what if this challenging time could actually become your family's greatest opportunity for connection and health advocacy?
What if childcare didn't force children to fit a predetermined mold, but instead shaped itself around each child's unique needs and strengths?
In an era where technology shapes how we learn and teach, crucial questions emerge: How do we make the most of educational technology while ensuring it serves all learners equitably?