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 child is engaging in sexual acts? These questions are more are addressed in this episode.

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Season 1 Episode 33: Healthy Sexuality

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 prevent stressors?

Season 1 Episode 32: Early Graduation

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.

Season 1 Episode 31: Family Engagement

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 dating and relationships with my child? What resources and words of comfort are there for parents while navigating this with their children?

Season 1 Episode 30: Healthy Relationships

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 prescribed, and how is the content in Utah's core similar or different to what is taught in other states?

Season 1 Episode 29: Health Education

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 become most apparent? What is discussed in annual IEP meetings and parent role in these meetings? When would be it appropriate for my child to no longer receive Special Education services, and what data support this decision?

Season 1 Episode 28: Understanding Special Education

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?

Season 1 Episode 27: Addressing Conflict with Teachers

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 transgender student's rights in being called by their preferred name or gender pronoun in school? Special thanks to Holly Bell, Equity Specialist at the Utah State Board of Education for being this episode's guest.

Season 1 Episode 26: LGBTQ Rights in Schools

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 examples of accommodations a student may receive under a 504 plan? What are some types of accommodations my student can receive to address their anxiety?Thanks to Charlene Lui, Director of Educational Equity in Granite School District, for being this episode's guest.

Season 1 Episode 25: 504 Accommodations

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, administrator of technology for being this episode's guest.

Season 1 Episode 24: Technology in Schools

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 for students. Thanks to Christy Walker from USBE for being this episode's guest.

Season 1 Episode 23: Safety in Schools

"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 principal. 

Season 1 Episode 22: Technical Education

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 of possible gang activity? What resources exist for parents to keep my child safe and to help them get out of their gang?Thanks to Maria Garcia for being this episode's guest.

Season 1 Episode 21: Gang Prevention

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, how parents can help their DLI child, how DLI programs change from elementary to junior high and high school, and whether parents can influence their child getting into a DLI program.

Season 1 Episode 20: Dual Language Immersion

"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 advice would you give me as a parent if my child is struggling in a G&T program?" These questions and others are explored in this episode. Thanks to Collette Justesen, G&T coordinator in Granite School District and former UAGC President, for being this episode's guest.

Season 1 Episode 19: Gifted & Talented Education

A resource to assist parents in raising their children and navigating the public education system