The jump from elementary to middle school can be huge, so it's often a time when parents consider the options for their kids' schooling. Between public, private, charter, magnet and more, there's no shortage of choices. But what questions should parents ask to determine if a middle school is right for their child? In this episode school counselor and author Louise Hajjar Diamond talks parents through what to consider when looking at potential schools.
About the Guest:
Louise Hajjar Diamond has been a school counselor for 31 years in South Florida in public and private schools. Her experience in school counseling, child development, and education have led her to write dozens of articles for parenting and professional publications for over twenty years. She's also the author of Creating the Balance: Parenting Through the Middle School Years.
Connect with Louise on Instagram @middleschoolparenting or @school_counseling_balance.
Buy Creating the Balance: Parenting Through the Middle School Years.
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The jump from elementary to middle school can be huge, so it's often a time when parents consider the options for their kids' schooling. Between public, private, charter, magnet and more, there's no shortage of choices. But what questions should parents ask to determine if a middle school is right for their child? In this episode school counselor and author Louise Hajjar Diamond talks parents through what to consider when looking at potential schools.
About the Guest:
Louise Hajjar Diamond has been a school counselor for 31 years in South Florida in public and private schools. Her experience in school counseling, child development, and education have led her to write dozens of articles for parenting and professional publications for over twenty years. She's also the author of Creating the Balance: Parenting Through the Middle School Years.
Connect with Louise on Instagram @middleschoolparenting or @school_counseling_balance.
Buy Creating the Balance: Parenting Through the Middle School Years.
Recommendations from Raising Middle School Girls:
Brighter Minds, Better Futures
The Raising Middle School Girls podcast is listener supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, at no extra cost to you.
Connect with Raising Middle School Girls:
Thank you for listening to the Raising Middle School Girls podcast. Want to hear more from experts who can help you support your middle school girl? Please subscribe to the podcast or sign up for the Raising Middle School Girls newsletter. Do you have a burning question about raising your middle school girl? Send a DM to @RaisingMiddleSchoolGirls on Instagram to have your question considered for a future episode. We're in this together, parents!