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Parent Advice About Teenage Years

18 Ways for Parents to Conquer the High School Years

Are you dealing with problems faced by teenagers?

Read this new ebook!

San Francisco high school specialist Dr. Patricia Fioriello writes with both the authority and loving compassion of a teacher as she reveals how parents can learn about dealing with the problems faced by teenagers. 18 Ways for Parents to Conquer the High School Years, shows parents several ways to address their teenagers in high school by understanding and getting along with the school and including strategies to use in addressing academic, social and emotional issues.

Know the signs of a teen in trouble.

“Would you know the signs of a teen in trouble?” asks Dr. Fioriello, who has spent 25 years in K-12 education and is now coaching teachers and providing resources for school systems and parents confronted with problems faced by teenagers. “Many parents think they would notice if a child had a drug problem or was engaging in self-harm. The sad fact is most parents miss the subtle changes that signal trouble.”

Understand how the high school works.

As a parent, you naturally want your child to do well and enjoy their high school years. “Now, you can make that happen with a good basic understanding of the school — how grades are calculated, what classes are required for graduation, and how to take advantage of special classes. The more you understand the problems faced by teenagers, the more effective you will be in guiding your child to future success,” explains Dr. Fioriello.

Find solutions and answers.

These are just two of the answers to many toughest questions parents and guardians can expect to find in the Dr. Fioriello’s new book, 18 Ways for Parents to Conquer the High School Years, currently available here.

Additionally, the book provides insights about how the high school system operates and offer tips to address the problems faced by teenagers, all coming from an educator who has worked in public education as a high school teacher, high school principal, and central office administrator.

Get to know the author.

Dr. Fioriello spent 25 years in K-12 education and is now coaching teachers and providing resources for school systems and parents via DRPFConsults.com, an international education consultant from San Francisco, California. She has a doctorate degree in educational leadership. She is an expert in k 12 school education issues and school hot topics. Her education background and knowledge of school leadership qualifies her as an expert in education issues. Dr. Fioriello has extensive training and experience in public education. Visit LinkedIn for more about her professional background and positions in education.

The past few years Patricia has added new experience and skills to her professional resume – marketing classes at San Francisco State University, blogging courses, and writing classes – and is proficient in online blogging, publications, and marketing techniques. She blends the best of both worlds. In addition to providing coaching, mentoring in best practices for teachers and administrators. She also provides technology and marketing techniques for school systems. Her marketing and education skills are a unique combination for an educator and necessary in today’s global world of education. Dr. Fioriello draws on her experience and passion for education to teach others how to implement proven strategies and present, organize, and deliver the latest content for students and educators.

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