D35 on the Go

In this episode, Dr. Wang and Mrs. Weir have a conversation focused on the ripple effect of gratitude. As we approach the end of another calendar year, focusing on spreading gratitude to others can be a great way to get positive energy out into the world. The science of gratitude is also an interesting topic to explore.During our conversation, we will discuss:Research on the positive effects of expressing gratitudeThe power of sharing gratitude with teachersDetails of our upcoming Gratitude Gift Making eventInterested in learning more? Infographic on the Science of Gratitude

In this episode, Dr. Wang connects with Dr. Marc Brackett, a leading voice in the field of emotional intelligence. Dr. Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor at Yale’s Child Study Center. His groundbreaking research explores how emotions influence learning, decision-making, relationships, well-being, and even the climate of schools.During our conversation, we will discuss:Dr. Brackett’s new book, Dealing with Feeling: Use Your Emotion to Create the Life You WantStrategies we can use to help us regulate our emotionsInterested in learning more? Explore Dr. Brackett’s website: https://marcbrackett.com/View Marc’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@marcbrackettPurchase one of his books: Permission to Feel and Dealing with Feeling

We had the good fortune of meeting today’s guest, Andrew Fishman, during our Anxious Generation panel last year. Andrew is a licensed, clinical social worker who specializes in supporting his clients to understand the impact video games have on their lives. He also recently wrote a book titled, Parenting a Gamer: Help Your Child Build Healthy Habits, Make Positive Choices, and Find Balance in Virtual Worlds. During this episode, Dr. Wang and Mr. Fishman will discuss:Positives associated with gamingAspects of video games that warrant concernsHow to support your child with having a healthy relationship with video gamesInterested in learning more? Check out Andrew Fishman’s articles and upcoming book on his website: https://www.videogamehealth.com/

In our 3rd episode of the D35 On the Go Kindergarten mini-series, we are  joined by Molly Pope, parenting coach and early childhood expert, and  Erin Nathan, one of our South School kindergarten teachers, to discuss the following topics:The ways in which regulation comes into play in kindergartenDevelopmentally appropriate expectations when it comes to regulationWays we can support our child’s regulation practice and growth at homeResources:Breathing strategies for parents

We will be recording 3 Kindergarten Mini-series episodes in this first month of school to bolster kindergarten families as they support their child in the transition to kindergarten. In this second episode, we welcome Molly Pope, parenting coach, former school psychologist, and early childhood expert. Molly will be talking us through how we can set boundaries in our homes in order to support our children in rising to our expectations - both at home and at school.During this conversation, topics include:What effective boundaries look like for kindergarten-aged childrenHow to align home expectations with school routines and valuesPractical strategies for implementing consistent boundaries that support learningCommon boundary-setting challenges and how to overcome themWays to help children understand and embrace expectations rather than resist them

One unique resource in our Glencoe  community is access to mental health care through Family Service of Glencoe, or FSG as they are known. In this episode, Dr. Wang speaks with Amber Bond, Executive Director of FSG. During their conversation, they discuss:The services offered by FSGHow you can reach out for support if it’s neededInformation about our upcoming Hearts & Minds in Motion event, which will support the work of FSG Interested in learning more? Check out www.fsgcares.org

We will be recording 3 Kindergarten Mini-series episodes in this first month of school to bolster kindergarten families as they support their child in the transition to kindergarten. In this first episode, South School Principal, Kelly Zonghetti, and Director of Professional Learning, Betty Weir, discuss all of the planning that went into opening this school year and ways in which parents can complement the work of the school at home.During this conversation, topics include:The most common hopes and worries parents express about kindergartenWhat "kindergarten readiness" really means beyond academicsNew supports South School has implemented this year for kindergarten familiesPractical ways to build learning stamina both at home and at school

As we look to the 2025-26 school year, District 35 is excited to be offering the Let Grow Play Club as an option at both South and West. In this episode, Dr. Wang speaks with Megan Hebert, Let Grow’s school program director. During our conversation, we will discuss:The foundations of the Let Grow organizationThe way in which the clubs are structuredWays parents can complement the Let Grow approach at homeInterested in learning more? Check out the Let Grow websiteLet Grow Home Independence Toolkit