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Dr. Aaron Wilson

America's Principal

A weekly Kids, Family and Parenting podcast
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America's Principal

Dr. Aaron Wilson

America's Principal

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America's Principal

Dr. Aaron Wilson

America's Principal

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Dr. Christy Kane returns to discuss why parents need to have open dialogue with their children about sexual topics and how these conversations can take place. How should a parent react and approach their child when the parent discovers their ch
How can parents plan ahead so their child graduates early from high school? What are the pros and cons of early graduation? How can parents help their child get the most from their high school experience, while also helping them navigate and pr
Not sure how to be involved in your child's education, and worried you may not have the time? This podcast explores various ways parents can be involved in their child's education.
What does a healthy relationship look like? What are some barriers to healthy relationships, for adults and children? As a parent, what should I know about the way my child thinks and acts? As a parent, how can I start the conversation about da
In this episode we discuss what is taught in health classes in the state of Utah, what are misconceptions about sex education, what ability to parents have in previewing this content themselves, do educators ever teach outside of what is prescr
What is the process to get students qualified for Special Education services? What free services do special education services receive? What are my rights as a parent with a student with disabilities? When do specific learning disabilities beco
What are steps that parents should take when their son or daughter seems to have conflict with a teacher or administrator? What advice should parents know heading into these types of situations?
What can I do for my LGBTQ child to feel safe and respected while at school? What are the rights of transgender students in schools? What if my LGBTQ child has been bullied? What does confidentiality look like with my child's school counselor?
What is a 504? What is my first step in getting my child accommodations he or she needs? When would an IEP be more appropriate than a 504? What are my options as a parent if my students' accommodations are not being provided? What are some exam
What safeguards will keep children while safe using technology at school? Is technology in classroom more of a distraction than helping my student learn? What kind of classroom technology learning is better than another?Thanks to Blaine Edman,
Our children's safety in schools involve more than just environmental safety. Physical, mental, social and emotional safety are factors that educators and parents should keep in mind as they work together to help school be a positive experience
"What is a technical high school? What certifications can a student obtain before they graduate high school? What are benefits of my student attending a technical high school?" These and other questions are answered by a Technical High School p
What is a gang and why do young people join one? At what age do children start thinking about gangs? Are there certain risk factors or "red flags" associated with children joining gangs? What should a parent do if they think they notice signs o
In this episode we explore the benefits of having your child in a Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program, the types of DLI that exist, how DLI is different than traditional education, what to do if your child is struggling in their DLI class, ho
"How do I know if my child is truly gifted, or if he or she is just bright?" "What information is used to qualify a child into a Gifted and Talented (G&T) program?" "How are G&T classes different from honors or other other coursework?" "What ad
Parents have the option to have their children attend public schools not in their home boundary. Understanding the nuances of this open enrollment process helps parents exercise their rights. This episode welcomes Clay Pearce, director of Preve
"When is family conflict normal and when should my child and I seek outside help to repair our relationship?" "How can I help my child improve his or her behavior without damaging our relationship?" "What do appropriate consequences for my chil
Adolescents have cell phones. At some point they may be targeted by sexual predators to share nude photos, engage in sexting, or other types of sexual exploitation. Parents of teens who engage in this "sexploitation" are surprised and saddened,
LGBTQ youth are disproportionately affected by bullying and suicide ideations. This episode takes a closer look at the types of bullying experienced by LGBTQ youth, what Utah law says and does not say, and what parents of LGBTQ youth can do for
In the first of a two-part segment on bullying, we explore what parents should do when they find out that their child is being bullied. Thank you to Corby Eason from the Utah State Board of Education for joining me on the podcast for this epis
Parents may have concerns or questions about their child's education, but may worry about questioning their child's teacher or principal. This episode discusses parent rights, what to do if parents feel intimidated during school meetings, and w
John Mejia, director legal de Utah ACLU se une a este episodio para discutir los derechos de las familias indocumentadas.
John Mejia, legal director of Utah ACLU joins this episode to discuss the rights of undocumented families. We address what families should and should not do when an ICE official comes to your door, discuss students' rights, and spell out ICE's
In this episode, we explore answers to the questions: How can I know if my child should skip a grade? What does grade acceleration look like in elementary versus junior high (or high school)? Is there a way I can help my child study for grade a
With Jacob Newman, guest from UHEAA, we explore resources students have in applying for college: scholarships, FAFSA, savings accounts, and more. 
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