School Counselor Gone Rogue

103 Are we Overlooking the Late Bloomer Nov 04, 2021

Have parents and educators been so focused on early acheivement that we have missed on the late bloomers?

102 Adventures in Homeschooling and Patience Oct 27, 2021

Whether you homeschool, have a child in a traditional school, or are an adult: the lesson today is, don't change your routine until you know it's broken. How much patience do we need? Let's find out!

100 Changing Schools During a Pandemic Sep 29, 2021

Did you consider moving to a new school during the pandemic? Did the way you teach or parent change last year? Parents and teachers struggle to decide what is best for their well-being, health, and child's education. What happened when we hit the brakes on our oldest child's educational path? Let's talk!

099 Gardening, Parenting and Education Sep 23, 2021

One of the hobbies I picked up while figuring out how to parent during Covid is gardening. However, what I found was there was a direct correlation between gardening and education. How do we determine which students grow and which fall behind?

Let's ponder it!

098 Return of School Counselor Gone Rogue Sep 22, 2021

It's been a hectic year. Covid, distance learning, and family have led to a year of growth and lessons. Let's bounce back with a new outlook on life.

How will you tackle the school year differently?

097 What a Long, Strange, Trip this has Been Dec 08, 2020

Hey strangers! Tune in for a quick update on School Counselor Gone Rogue and what will be planned for 2021.

096 Covid Shaming at School- Monitoring Fear and Frustration Sep 30, 2020

Are fear and frustration over COVID leading adults to shame children at school?

This week we discuss whether teacher inquiry to the student about their health and attendance during a pandemic invades the student privacy. If teachers are not given answers, are they at fault for trying to protect themselves? Is there a balance? Listen to this week's episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue Marni Pasch

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095 What Parents can do if School Closes Due to Covid Sep 23, 2020

What should parents do if their child's school closes due to Covid? How can teens and tweens bounce back if they are moved to online school due to an outbreak?

This episode, we dive into the importance of plan A, B, and C and how you can be prepared should your child's learning location change suddenly.

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095 Online Learning from a 4th Grade Student's Perspective Sep 17, 2020

What do kids think of Coronavirus and online learning? I interviewed my daughter before school started to get her perspective. While she splashes about in our pretend pool, we talk about what life has been like for a 9-year-old at home. www.teampasch.com

094 The Parent Perspective of Navigating Elementary Online Learning Sep 09, 2020

As a parent, the choices we had to make for the fall school year seemed impossible- yet here we are. What does online learning with my 4th-grade child look like? Today I share insights (be forewarned it was recorded on a rough day) on the good and bad of online learning with an elementary-age child.

Remember- there will be awesome days and not so awesome days. May the number of awesome days be forever in your favor! www.teampasch.com

093 Educational Pods : The Good, Bad and Ugly Sep 02, 2020

Parents that are anxious over face to face school are creating their own schools or pods to provide structure and smaller class numbers. Teachers who cannot risk face to face instruction are finding themselves drawn to private teaching.

While academic pods are an enticing idea - there are things to consider before jumping into an education pod.

Listen to this week's episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue and visit www.teampasch.com

092 Functioning through the School Year During the Pandemic Aug 26, 2020

Whether you are a parent, teacher, counselor, or student - the last few months have been high stress. How have you handled online learning and working during the pandemic? How have you handled parenting?

Let's chat about how these past few months have been and how we can be our best-ish selves this school year. Here is the unedited, no-frills season opening of School Counselor Gone Rogue.

Welcome to the third season of School Counselor Gone Rogue.

091 How to Keep your Child Productive over the Summer May 27, 2020

Want to know how to help your child be prepared for next school year? How can they research colleges and volunteer in the middle of a pandemic. What are the lessons learned from students this year?

We discuss all of this and more in the season 2 wrap up of School Counselor Gone Rogue.

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090 What do you think should Happen Next School Year? May 20, 2020

Usually, summer break brings thoughts of camps and vacation, but all I can think of is - what about the next school year? Will we return to distance learning or campus? What is the right choice? Let's talk about it.

What is Cheating and how can it be avoided at School and Distance Learning May 06, 2020

Cheating at school is nothing new, but the availability of technology to aid it has escalated. This week we discuss how cheating has evolved and how teachers and parents can have conversations about cheating and expectations at school (even during distance learning). We also look at the mixed messages students are receiving when it comes to cheating and whether education is leading them to that conclusion.

Thriving During the Final Weeks of the School Year Apr 29, 2020

Parents, across the country we are receiving the news that the rest of the school year for our tweens and teens will be online. After working through the grief and frustration, we only have one choice and that is to push forward and thrive- but how? This week we talk about how to handle the remaining weeks of the school year when we are checked out and fed up!

Celebrating the Class of 2020 with the Adopt a Senior Project Apr 24, 2020

Parents, are you looking for a way to celebrate the class of 2020? Listen to this interview with two amazing moms in my community. They started an adopt a senior movement connecting senior teenagers with community families to provide support and celebrate their graduation milestone.

Teacher Appreciation Week During the Coronavirus Apr 22, 2020

Teachers around the world have had to come together to figure out how to handle distance teaching and provide services for all of their students. For many schools, this is the first time they’ll be trying out online teaching.

How can we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week during the Coronavirus? Let's talk about it!

Keeping Track of Due Dates While Distance Learning Apr 15, 2020

Parents are you able to keep track of your child's assignments while distance learning? This week we talk about how to set up a plan to monitor your child's work and stay on top of assignments!

084 Letting Off Emotional Steam Apr 08, 2020

Parents, when you talk to your tween or teen, when do conversations not go as planned? When tensions are high in our household, we need to ensure we are letting out our emotions in healthy ways. Here are simple steps we can do to keep our relationships with our teenagers healthy and our household sanity intact.

083 A Parent's First Week Experience with Distance Learning Apr 03, 2020

How can parents survive distant learning or homeschooling? In one week, I became a parent, principal, dean, teacher and cafeteria staff in one swoop. The Coronavirus has left parents across the country playing multiple roles at home while helping their child learn at home. It's not quite homeschool, but it is close. This bonus episode looks at the wins and flails I have had helping my daughters navigate online learning. Let's talk about educating your tweens and teens at home. www.teampasch.com/learningsuccess

082 Why Students Struggle with Email Writing and Self-Advocacy Apr 01, 2020

Why are middle school, high school, and college students reluctant to communicate with teachers via email? Schools give students email addresses, but they lack the skills to use them. Why do students struggle with email correspondence and how can parents help them learn to self-advocate?

Listen to this week's episode to learn how to help your child write emails and express their needs to the adults in their life.

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081 What to do if your Child will miss a School Year Milestone or Event Mar 25, 2020

Graduation, prom, farewell parties, and more events are suspended for students due to the Coronavirus. How can parents help their teens celebrate these events if they are canceled? How can parents help their tweens and teens process this loss?

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we talk about how parents can help students in elementary, middle school or high school process the loss of major life events and find new ways to celebrate.

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080 Helping Students Overcome Essay Writing Struggles with Trello Mar 18, 2020

Does essay writing cause your child problems at school?

Many of my academic coaching students struggle with writing essays. Two major reasons are processing disorders and dissecting difficult prompts.

In this podcast, we consider vital steps to resolve essay writing problems. These include:

Digging deeper to understand your child’s struggle with essays
Breaking down prompts using Trello
Maximizing my essay writing board for students

079 How to handle School Closures due to the Coronavirus Mar 14, 2020

How do I teach my children at home if the school closes during the Coronavirus? This is the most common question parents are asking right now. I have reached out to my academic coaching students to devise plans, and with my students living across the country, I have heard many different school closure responses. As such, I decided to record an impromptu podcast episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue to address what parents should consider if they are dealing with school closures or facing a closing after the break due to the Coronavirus. You can visit http://www.teampasch.com/structure for additional ideas and information about setting up a plan at home.

078 Should Struggling Students get 2nd Chances? Mar 11, 2020

Do failing students deserve another chance? Many parents wonder about the number of second chances their kids deserve. When it comes to their kids’ education, and school work specifically, the question is “Why does a kid need a second, third, fourth, fifth or tenth chance?”

From my experience, having strict policies with little consideration to a student who is trying to correct their behavior leads to “why bother.”

But what exactly are second chances? Is it an opportunity to turn in assignments at the last minute? Are we coddling students when we give them extra credit? Do second changes help or hurt student growth?

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we address:

Should schools and teachers put a cap on second chances?
Several second chances for struggling students
Steps to help you support your struggling teen or tween

077 Help your Teen Handle Critiques, Criticism and how to Tell the Difference Mar 04, 2020

How does your child respond to criticism, and is there a difference between criticism and critiques? This week on School Counselor Gone Rogue, a podcast to help parents and educators support teens and tweens that struggle at school, we discuss how to help your child respond to critiques without losing their cool.

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076 When your Child's Strength is a Weakness at School Feb 26, 2020

Parents, are you receiving notes home from your child's teacher about inappropriate class behavior? Humor, curiosity and an outgoing nature are positive qualities, but do they always translate to strengths in the classroom? Learn how parents can build your child’s strengths if they present challenges in the classroom.

We discuss how to help your teen or tween learn how to maximize their strengths but remain mindful of the time and place.

This is an excellent episode for parents who have children in elementary, middle or high school who are receiving feedback from teachers about classroom behaviors.

Why your kid needs to identify their strengths and adapt them to situations.
How to help them identify appropriate behaviors in the school setting.
The impact of self-awareness on your child’s growth and self-esteem. Visit www.teampasch.com for additional information!

075 How Parents can have Successful Parent Teacher Conferences Feb 19, 2020

How can parents prepare for parent-teacher conferences? What if you are expecting the meeting with the teachers to go poorly? Parent-teacher conferences can be scary events to attend especially when your child isn’t rocking it in every area.

But how can you learn to attend them with the right mind and attitude? It’s enough to know that your child isn’t doing great. But having to hear it all over again can be perceived as rude and daunting.

Learn what I have discovered through the years as an academic coach and from the parents inside The Parent Lab! http://www.teampasch.com

074 How to Celebrate Your Struggling Child’s Strength if their School is Focused on Skills Feb 12, 2020

Should schools develop a child’s skills or strengths? What is most important? To get grades for turning in assignments early or to express their strengths (such as standing up for others) which aren’t necessarily measured by a grade at school? Or are both equally important?

School often focuses on building the cognitive aspect of a child’s life using measurements such as grades and GPA. Unfortunately, this system doesn’t recognize the strengths of children who are struggling at school.

This week on School Counselor Gone Rogue we discuss how to develop your child's strengths even if they are struggling at school.

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073 Celebrating School Counselor Week Feb 05, 2020

While many school counselors are using National School Counselor Week as a chance to advocate for their position. I wanted to use this moment to share a simple thank you and share with parents why this field is so important.

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072 Tips to Help your Child Choose the Best Classes for Next Year Jan 29, 2020

Whether your child is in middle school or high school, there is a time of year where parents and their children must decide the classes for next year.

What classes does your child need to take in middle school and high school? What level of rigor they should take on? Why do I need two years of a language?

Let's head into this task with a clear head and a plan! Listen to School Counselor Gone Rogue episode 72 and subscribe!

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071 Welcome to the Parent Lab Jan 22, 2020

Keep your Relationship with your Child Strong even when School is Tough

Why does your relationship have to suffer when school is hard?

When your child struggles at school their weakness is under a microscope, the pressure to fix the problem heats up, and their awesome qualities take a back seat.

Why does your relationship with your kiddo have to suffer with every missing assignment or low test grade? Why can't school grade creativity, compassion or curiosity?

School might not get it- but The Parent Lab does.

Let's chat about how parents can find support as they try to raise a confident and capable child student.

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070 How to keep your Relationship with your Teen Strong if they are Struggling at School Jan 15, 2020

When your child is struggling at school, it can be difficult to maintain a pleasant relationship with your teen and help them at school. Wouldn’t it be easier if they just listened to what you had to say?

Deep down, you know your kiddo is awesome. However, when the pressure from the school starts, and you feel the need to fix the situation so that your child can fit in, it can become a frustrating experience for both of you.

Listen to this week’s episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue where we discuss five things parents can do to help your relationship with your child thrive even if school is a struggle.

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069 Help your Child have a Fresh Start at School with Five Questions Jan 08, 2020

If your child has struggled with school academically, it’s time that we make some changes. Going back to school means more than a new set of school supplies. It means new habits and a fresh attitude.

A new start is something we could always use.

How can we ensure our teens start the school year strong? How do we come back from the behaviors or low grades from the last school semester, quarter or years?

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we discuss the 5 questions to ask your child to ensure a fresh start to the school year. Join academic coach Marni Pasch for a discussion on how to get a new perspective on the school year.

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068 How to Prevent Student Burnout Jan 01, 2020

How can you help your child prevent academic burnout? In school, the definition of a struggle for a child differs a lot. The struggle can come from trying to become valedictorian, dealing with classes you don’t enjoy, or struggling with a learning difference like ADHD

How can you help teens and tweens on the verge of burnout? Listen to this episode, hosted by academic coach, Marni Pasch

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067 What Parents of Children who Struggle at School need to Hear Dec 18, 2019

If your child struggles at school, how can parents handle the isolation and stress that comes with it? How can parents maintain your relationship with your tween or teen and support them at school? We look at the things I have learned from parents this past year through my academic coaching experience, and what parents need to hear as they help their child thrive in school.

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066 Overcoming Empty Planner Syndrome Dec 11, 2019

065 Child Refusing to do Homework? How to Handle Homework Resistance! Dec 04, 2019

When your child won’t do homework, it can cause frustration and stress at home. How can parents help their children if they refuse to do homework? Academic Coach, Marni Pasch looks at the steps to follow when your child won’t do their homework. Learn more at www.teampasch.com

064 Stop feeling like a Parenting Failure Nov 20, 2019

When we look around at all the successful school students and their parents, it’s easy to feel like a parenting failure; to assume you’re the only one who doesn’t have a united family.

Parents we need to stop feeling like a parenting failure! In this episode, we look at what causes us to feel like we are struggling to raise our children, especially when we look at school.

It’s easy to say that we simply shouldn’t compare ourselves to others.

That doesn’t really help. It doesn’t help us look into the issue or feel any better. So, let's talk about it!

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063 Handling Math Class Frustrations and Self-Doubt Nov 13, 2019

Nothing frustrates a struggling student more than a failing math grade. Unlike other subjects, memorizing it isn’t enough. You either end up falling in love with math or don’t. Some end up getting better at it later in life.

Why do so many students struggle with math? Adding to the frustration is the ease that some children have with the subject, while others struggle.

Let's look at the main reasons students struggle in math and how to help them thrive with confidence!

062 What to do if your Child Lacks Motivation Nov 06, 2019

Why does my child lack motivation? How can I get my child motivated? Why are my students not completing homework? So many parents have asked my opinion, as an academic coach, on these questions. Often, the concern is that lack of motivation now is going to repeat as an adult. Parents want their kids to do well academically so that their future is smoother.

The key to this is helping students understand the connection between hard work and success. Which brings up the next question naturally. How to motivate students, especially the struggling ones?

We’ve prepared some tips for you!

061 How to Handle a Rough Report Card Oct 30, 2019

Parents want to know what do I do if my child receives a bad report card? What can parents do to help their child rebound from a low grade? This becomes even more pressing when your child is a teenager in middle and high school. We will look at what to do and what NOT to do if your child receives a report card with low grades.

Remember, having a rough patch at school does not determine your child’s success in life. It’s the work they take to improve that shows a growth mindset and ability to change.

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060 Monitoring your Child's Grades without Losing your Mind Oct 23, 2019

How can you help your child when their grades struggle without becoming a nag? It's the million-dollar question that we are answering this episode!

Parents, here are easy tips to follow, by academic coach Marni Pasch, to help you support your child at school, without arguments. Let's chat about how parents can support their middle school and high school-age children without stress and foster independence.

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059 How to become a Meteorologist with Maureen McCann Oct 16, 2019

How do you become a Meteorologist? We are bringing back Career Week Gone Wild and this week I’m talking with Maureen McCann, our local meteorologist from Channel 13 News.

We discuss her career as a broadcaster, but also the steps to get there, how she pulled from middle school and high school experiences and how sometimes the way to get ahead when you are a teen is to go after what you want.

Grab your umbrella, and let's chat with Maureen McCann. Make sure you subscribe to the show and leave a review!

058 SAT and ACT Prep with Magoosh Oct 09, 2019

SAT or ACT stress hitting your home? Know a teen or student who has no desire to study for college entrance tests? Flashback to high school- I felt that test prep courses were made for everyone except me- and why wouldn't I? While my friends were tapped for special SAT camps as early as 7th grade, I never made the cut. Now, I work with students who feel the same way, but why would I recommend the same resources that failed me in school? Enter Magoosh. A test prep company with a new philosophy. I tested the program for a month and hold the cheese sticks - they helped me understand MATH. Want to learn more about this program with a funky name? Listen up! Get your trial of Magoosh here : http://www.teampasch.com/satprep http://www.teampasch.com/actprep

057 Cell Phones in Schools, What's the Problem? Oct 02, 2019

Do cell phones cause distractions at school? There are arguments for and against cellphones in the classroom. but if schools adopted a uniform policy for posting assignments the need for phones diminishes. Let’s look at the pros and cons of phones in the classroom, and whether a ban on cell phones levels the playing field for all students. www.teampasch.com

Survivor 056 Jonny Fairplay from Awesome Student to Reality Television Villain Sep 25, 2019

Survivor Season 39: Island of Idols kicks off shortly on CBS. Team Pasch will be watching but, when one brings up the reality show “Survivor”, there is no way that the name and deeds of the infamous villain, Jonny Fairplay, doesn’t heat up the discussion.

We chat with Fairplay about his pre-reality days, and how his middle school and high school years led to the development of his Fairplay character.

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055 How parents and educators can advocate for students with ADHD Sep 18, 2019

Children who have ADHD are at risk of being targeted by opinions formed by misinformation and bias. How can parents and teachers help teens and tweens with ADHD when blinded by the myths of ADHD? Let’s look at how middle and high school students face microaggressions and how to advocate for students with ADHD.

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054 What no one Tells Parents about Middle School Sep 11, 2019

What can you expect during the middle school years? Are you a parent looking to help your kids transition smoothly into middle school? Or are you a teacher looking for some tips on what tweens and teens will be expecting? As a former school counselor currently parenting a middle school student, I am here to tell you what to expect in middle school, and how to survive and thrive!

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053 How to Run a Successful Family Meeting and Reduce Family Stress Sep 04, 2019

Family meetings are a great way to connect with your middle and high school students and reduce school year stress. Join academic coach and trained school counselor, Marni Pasch to look at the key ways to bring a family meeting into your school year routine.

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052 What to Do if your Child Hates their School Schedule Aug 28, 2019

051 Why I had my Daughter take a Study Skills Course - But not from Me Aug 21, 2019

Parents want to know what study skills are the most important for their children, but a better question is - Am I the best person to teach my children study skills? As an academic coach - I knew that my daughter needed help- but not from me!

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050 Writing the College Application Essay Aug 14, 2019

In episode 50 we discuss how to help your teen overcome the fears associated with writing the college application essay. Your teenager is almost done with high school, how can they write an awesome essay that sets them apart from the crowd?

Listen at www.schoolcounselorgonerogue.com for great tips and real talk for parents, teachers, counselors and teens.

049 What to do if your Child has Chronic Absences from School Aug 07, 2019

Will my child’s absences lead to jail time? This is a common fear amongst parents when they receive a letter from the school regarding truancy.

However, while the definition of truancy is absences without excuse, often there are many reasons students miss school.

Chronic absences usually are not as simple as they seem and may involve a lot of hidden issues. Today, I will be bringing forth these issues with Miranda Lamb, owner of the blog “Reluctant Cowgirl” and an advocate for families who have received court-ordered truancy cases.

This episode discusses a very important matter that impacts not only kids but their families as a whole unit. It is the problem of attendance or truancy.

048 Navigating the High School Years Jul 31, 2019

Whether your child is entering freshman year, becoming a senior or lays somewhere in between - high school is a time for children to grow into adults. How can parents balance allowing their children to test independence yet still give them the support they need?

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047 Building Courage, Capability, Connection and Count in Children with Play Therapist Jennifer Wisser-Stokes Jul 24, 2019

How can we help our teenagers take ownership of their school year? As we prepare for the new school year, we thought “What better way to spend the last couple of weeks of summer break than instilling some of the “Crucial C’s” that kiddos need to go forward, take on challenges and learn independence? What are the crucial c’s?

046 Handling the Transition to Middle School Jul 17, 2019

Middle school is no joke! How can parents and educators help children handle the transition to middle school with less stress? This week we discuss the move to middle school and the pressures and challenges students face. This week's episode is even more personal because my own child is headed to middle school!

Ready to have an organized school year? Visit www.teampasch.com/theorganizedschoolyear for details!

045 How to Have an Organized School Year Jul 10, 2019

Whether you are a parent of a middle school, high school or college students - if your child is disorganized you want to know - how can I help my child have an organized school year? This week on School Counselor Gone Rogue we discuss the simple steps to help your teen tackle the year with a plan! If you like what you hear, leave a review!

044 Looking to buy a Planner for the New Year? STOP and listen first Jul 03, 2019

Every school year, students search for that perfect planner that is going to set their life in order. Planners are not always the answer! Before you go back to school shopping, listen to this summer repeat episode on why your teenager might hate planners. Hint- it probably goes back as early as 1st grade.

Check it out and hop onto the wait list for The Organized School Year www.teampasch.com/theorganizedschoolyear

043 Prevent Student Burnout by Re-Thinking Student Activities Jun 26, 2019

Teenagers have a ton of after-school activities. How can parents balance the amount of activities, homework and social life without causing burnout? We discuss student activity overload and how to adjust in this summer recap episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue

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042 Helping your Child Handle Perfectionism - summer recap Jun 19, 2019

When a child deals with perfectionism it can change their outlook on life. Whether your child is in middle school, high school or college - perfectionism can impact grades, social life, and sports. Students with ADHD may also struggle with perfectionism.

How can parents and educators help students tackle their struggles with perfectionism? Let's chat!

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Help your Teen Prepare their Resume for College Applications or Jobs Jun 12, 2019

Summer break is the perfect time for your teen to reflect on their life experiences so they can pull it into one document known as the resume.

The resume will be used for job and college applications - so get them prepped while you have some downtime!

The show is on summer break, so this is a repeat episode with a new twist!

How to Tackle Summer Assignments Jun 05, 2019

Summer reading assignments are unavoidable. Don’t let summer assignments ruin your summer! Tackle them and enjoy the summer vacation!

In this episode, we are talking about how to knock your summer homework off the to-do list and make sure you are ready to rock those annoying tests when you return to school

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Parenting Advice Teenagers want you to Know May 29, 2019

Parenting is not an easy job. At all. It's easy to become wrapped up in the motions of parenting that we forget to listen.

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we discuss the things teens want their parents and teachers to know. Whether you have a child in elementary school, middle school or high school - listen and evaluate whether there are some tweaks you can make in parenting your child.

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The Story Behind Team Pasch - Why Every Kid Needs a Team May 22, 2019

Sharing personal stories with you has always been difficult. If I look back at the first season of School Counselor Gone Rogue, it may be something that’s been lacking. In this episode, I want to open up a little, get out of my comfort zone, and share with you the reason and story behind Team Pasch and how I got into academic coaching.

How to Help your Kids have a Productive and Fun Summer May 15, 2019

Worried that your teen is going to waste their summer break? Are they too old for summer camps? What options do older kids have other than unlimited Netflix binges?

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we discuss the options teens and tweens have to have a productive summer break. Some of these options are voluntary learning experiences and some…well, some might be the result of your kiddo not doing too well during the school year.

However, we are going to make the best of all of these situations!

How to REALLY Support Your Teachers This Teacher Appreciation Week May 08, 2019

Teacher Appreciation Week is coming! In episode 35 your host Marni Pasch talks about the awesomeness of teachers and what Marni has learned about teachers this past year. Learn why teaching isn’t just a job, it’s a calling, and why having passionate teachers in the classroom is of utmost importance.

How to Handle Studying the Night Before a Test May 01, 2019

Cramming the night before the test is never the best case scenario - but it happens. Whether it is finals, midterms or regular test or quiz - students might find they put off their work too long.

Let's get real about what to do when that happens and how to manage it.

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What to do when your Child gets in Trouble at School Apr 24, 2019

When students struggle with school it can lead to stress, low grades, and behavioral issues. What can parents do when they get the phone call from a teacher?

Even an academic coach can get a phone call home! We discuss the conversations parents can have with their children if there are behavioral problems at school and how to handle consequences.

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The Disadvantages of Academic Advantages : A look at Tutors and Academic Support Apr 17, 2019

In episode 33 your host Marni Pasch talks about the real problem behind why parents feel the need to hire private tutoring services. Learn how kiddos could get the support they need in their school right now regardless of economic status.

032 Making School Matter to Students in a Google World Apr 10, 2019

"Google it." How do we help students find meaning in learning if all the answers are a click away?

Let's chat about how students can find purpose in education when everything is online.

031 Why Cornell Notes are Frustrating Students Apr 03, 2019

In episode 31 your host Marni Pasch talks about why Cornell notes are students most hated form of notetaking and what teachers might consider doing instead of assigning them.

030 Why you Can't Get your Child Motivated about School Mar 27, 2019

How many times a week are you asking "Why is my child not motivated at school?" Have you considered you might be missing the obvious? This week on School Counselor Gone Rogue we chat about motivation in students.

029 What the College Cheating Scandal Means for your Child Mar 20, 2019

The hot topic right now is that Aunt Becky broke the law to help her child get into college. But how does that impact your child's life at school?

It might mean a lot -especially if your child has a learning disability or is refusing to study for their SATs or ACTs.

Let's chat about how the lifestyles of the rich and the famous change your child's education.

028 What Struggling Students want you to Know Mar 13, 2019

When a child struggles with school it is easy to become frustrated. Parents, teachers, and counselors should listen to this episode because there are some things that failing students want you to know.

027 How to Encourage the Reluctant Reader with Erin Silcox Mar 06, 2019

Are teachers telling you that your child is a reluctant reader? What can parents do at home to help their child increase their reading practice? I'll give you a hint - we aren't talking about AR reading.

026 How Not to Choose your School Schedule Feb 27, 2019

How the heck do you choose your child's school classes for next year when you can't even get through this year? We discuss the in's and out's of schedule selection and what NOT to do.

025 The Case for Community College Feb 20, 2019

Is a community college included on your high school students' college search list? Why not? This week we look at the pros and cons of adding community college to your school list.

023 Should your Child take Honors Classes? Feb 13, 2019

Choosing your child's school schedule is complicated. How can parents, teachers, and counselors decide the right level of rigor for our children? Let's look at how to determine whether standard or honors courses are best.

024 Career Week Gone Wild- The Life of a Graphic Designer Feb 13, 2019

This week we talk with Jason about what work is like as a graphic designer, what the heck graphic design is and the benefits of working as a freelancer vs working for a boss.

027 Celebrate the Small Victories Feb 10, 2019

022 How to Simplify Chaotic School Electronic Systems Feb 06, 2019

This week we talk about how to simplify the things at school that are way too chaotic! Why do we insist on making electronic logins, gradebooks, and systems so messy?

020 Do all Students Need to Learn Robotics Jan 23, 2019

A recent article listed the four things all middle school students need to learn about technology. Do all students need to learn to code? Why do we force all students to pursue paths they have no interest in?

019 Talking about The Five Love Languages for Teenagers Jan 16, 2019

This week we discuss Dr. Chapman's book The Five Love Languages of Teenagers. Is this book worth the read? Can parents benefit from speaking a love language with their child? Let's find out!

021 Self Care for Teachers with Dan Tricarico, author of the Zen Teacher Jan 09, 2019

When we work with struggling students, it is important to bring teachers, parents, and counselors into the conversation. This week we talk with Dan Tricarico, author of the Zen Teacher and Sanctuaries. Topics include practicing self-care for teachers, the current state of education and whether school districts should hire teachers that are looking for a job or a calling.

018 Advocating for Students with Invisible Disabilities Jan 09, 2019

How do we recognize invisible disabilities in the school setting? We are talking about ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, processing disorders and more. How do we advocate for students who have invisible disabilities?

School Counselor Gone Rogue is a podcast by certified school counselor turned academic coach, Marni Pasch.

017 Start a New School Year with a Fresh Start Jan 02, 2019

A new school year can be successful if you start with one tiny goal. What will your goal be this year? Whether it is the start of a semester or a quarter - it is possible to change your school experience!

016 The Top 5 Things I Learned from my Students in 2018 Dec 19, 2018

It's the end of the semester and the 2018 school year. My students have taught me a lot of lessons this year. I learned about procrastination, building confidence and celebrating the small stuff. Listen as I discuss the top 5 things I have learned from my students in 2018.

015 Drop that Planner - Why Students don't use Planners Dec 12, 2018

With a new year comes buying a new planner, but this year I want you to drop that planner! Why are students refusing to write in planners? How can we help students organize their time?

Stay tuned on this week's episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue.

014 Career Fair Gone Wild with Entertainment Journalist Fred Topel Dec 05, 2018

This week we are diving into career week, wild style. Learn about the career of an entertainment reporter with movie reviewer Fred Topel. We chat about high school, life before YouTube, and movies!

013 Do not Feed the Perfectionist Bear Nov 28, 2018

Perfectionism in teens and tweens will be present whether we learn online or at school Learning how to cope with perfectionism is a skill students need help with. Even adults can benefit from learning how to beat perfectionist tendencies.

Perfectionism can influence high achieving, gifted, and struggling students. Perfectionism does not show favoritism. Listen to this past episode and learn how perfectionism appears in students and how to navigate it.

012 Surviving Holiday Stress while Living with a Struggling Student Nov 21, 2018

How to survive the Holiday stress when you live with a frustrated student. Take a moment to get closer to the things you value most in life and put your school year stress on the backburner.

011 How to Survive Thesis Statement Paralysis Nov 14, 2018

On this week's episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue we are talking about thesis statement paralysis. Why do students freeze when they are asked to write an essay? Is it perfectionism? Stubbornness? Let's look at the reasons students balk when they are asked to write a thesis statement and how to move from inaction to action!

Chatting Food, Parenting and ADHD with Marie Fiebach of Feed your Family Tonight! Nov 07, 2018

Today on School Counselor Gone Rogue we talk about the importance of a nutritious meal when you are chauffering teenagers, running a home and advocating for a child with learning differences.

Get Ready to Rock your High School Resume Oct 31, 2018

High school is a time to dive in and explore your passions. However, no one will know your awesome-ness unless you brag about it!

How to create a high school resume to help teachers and adults craft a letter of recommendation. A letter of recommendation will help you snag a job or head to college!

008 How to Diffuse Stressful Parenting Situations with Jennifer Wisser-Stokes LLC Oct 24, 2018

This week on School Counselor Gone Rogue, we speak with child therapist Jennifer Wisser-Stokes about how to chill out when we are stressed out as parents! We look at the best language, best practices and strategies to turn down the temperature during heated parenting moments.

007 Failing Students and the Snowball Theory Oct 17, 2018

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we discuss how to help kiddos who have a history of missing work, failed classes or in-school suspensions with the snowball theory.

006 Homework Struggles are Real Oct 10, 2018

In this episode of School Counselor Gone Rogue, we discuss what to do when your child is bringing home work you don't understand. How to break through homework time frustrations!

005 Step Parents and their Role at School with Project Stepmom Oct 03, 2018

School Counselor Gone Rogue talks about all things education and the struggling student. Today we speak with Anna Kate of Project Stepmom. We discuss blended families, organization and more!

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