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Accessibility Advocacy Sep 11, 2019

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Episode 8: In recent years, close to 20% of college students reported a disability. How do students with disabilities get access to the accommodations and services they need on campus? As the parent of a student with a disability, how can you support them while also helping them learn to advocate for themselves? Laura and Beth are joined by Chip Kennedy of Harvard University Disability Services for a conversation about the transition from K-12 to higher education for students with disabilities.

Differences Between K-12 and Postsecondary Education

How Students with Disabilities, and Their Parents, Need to Prepare for College

For Parents: Adjusting to College

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The First Six Weeks Aug 28, 2019

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The first six weeks of college are not only fun and exciting- they're also a key time for students to get connected to their campus community, and that can be one of the many factors that leads to student success. Unfortunately, they’re also a time of high risk for students. In this episode, Laura and Beth talk about how parents can coach their students through this crucial time. Step one: make them stay at school!

The Importance of the First Six Weeks of College

The First Six Weeks of College

Reducing Risk During the First Few Weeks on Campus

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Episode 6: True Grit May 28, 2019

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Why is college student mental health in the news all the time? Is it worse these days than it used to be? Learn how a growth mindset help your student! This episode helps you learn how to support from a distance … because remember, you can’t do it all for them. Beth and Laura talk about how failing can be a good thing. National College Health Assessment Fall 2018 Reference Group Executive Summary (page 13) https://www.acha.org/documents/ncha/NCHA-II_Fall_2018_Reference_Group_Executive_Summary.pdf What Does it Mean to Have a Growth Mindset? https://www.bigthinkedge.com/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-have-a-growth-mindset Growth Mindset Parenting https://www.mindsetworks.com/parents/growth-mindset-parenting Managing a Mental Health Condition in College https://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Teens-Young-Adults/Managing-a-Mental-Health-Condition-in-College Black Girls Don’t Get to Be Depressed https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/news/a50692/black-girls-dont-get-to-be-depressed/ College Students of Color: Overcoming Mental Health Challenges https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/July-2018/College-Students-of-Color-Overcoming-Mental-Healt

Episode 5: A Very Special Episode May 28, 2019

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There were 15 “Very Special Episodes” of the sitcom “Blossom”, and it if works for Blossom it works for TwinXL. This episode gets serious, but we wouldn’t be serious if it wasn’t important. In this episode, Beth and Laura tell you what you and your student need to know about consent and sexual assault. How are colleges expected to respond to this issue? And tips on how to talk about this challenging issue with your student. Going to College: What Families Need to Know About Sexual Assault and Safety on Campus www.drew.edu/titleix-eeo-aa/wp-content/uploads/sites/42/2017/08/what-families-need-know-sexual-assault-safety-campus.pdf How to Talk to Young People About the Kavanaugh Story https://www.npr.org/2018/09/21/650039170/how-to-talk-to-young-people-about-the-kavanaugh-story\ Action Plan for Parents: Preventing College Sexual Assault https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/action-plan-parents-preventing-college-sexual-assault/ Statistics from the National Sexual Violence Resource Center https://www.nsvrc.org/statistics Statistics from the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network https://www.rainn.org/statistics/campus-sexual-violence Title IX Basics from Know Your IX https://www.knowyourix.org/college-resources/title-ix/

Episode 4: Double Secret Probation May 28, 2019

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Parents of students from K-12 are used to communication from their child’s school. In fact you probably get TOO MUCH communication. It is no wonder that parents of college students have a tough time with the lack of and restricted communication from colleges and universities. Why is this? FERPA. But, you may say, I thought there was FERPA in the K-12. There is … but it changes when students hit college, and no matter if you pay the bill, you don’t get to have the free communication that you may be seeking. In this episode, Laura is surrounded by Beths! In addition to her co-host, we welcome Beth Devonshire of D. Stafford and Associates to talk about student privacy, why students may lie to their parents, and when and why you should call or expect a call. Some pretty weird ads for Newport Lights from the 80s treyspeegle.com/010113/2015/11/25/newports-alive-with-pleasure-campaign-is-subliminal-ad-101 Parents’ Guide to FERPA (see the last question for college info) https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/brochures/parents.html FERPA FAQ https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/faq.html What Are College Parental Notification Policies? https://www.collegeparentcentral.com/2009/10/what-are-college-parental-notification-policies/

Episode 3: Up All Night May 28, 2019

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Wellness: it’s not all bath bombs and face masks. For college students, it’s making choices about well-being that support their academic success. For them- and for all of us- sleep is probably the MOST important thing we can do to maintain our well-being. Learn more about why it’s important and how to encourage your student to get higher-quality sleep. In this episode of TwinXL Beth and Laura give you the low down on why you kid may hit a wall from exhaustion and illness, and how you can coach them through some lifestyle choices that will help them stay healthy – even when you aren’t there to tell them to go to sleep and eat their veggies. National College Health Assessment Fall 2018 Reference Group Executive Summary (Page 17) https://www.acha.org/documents/ncha/NCHA-II_Fall_2018_Reference_Group_Executive_Summary.pdf Causes and consequences of sleepiness among college students https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4075951/ Sleep, Learning, and Memory healthysleep.med.harvard.edu/healthy/matters/benefits-of-sleep/learning-memory Sleep Rocks! Get More of It! https://www.uhs.uga.edu/sleep Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/592377/burnout-by-emily-nagoski-phd-and-amelia-nagoski-dma/9781984817068/ Bed Fans https://bedfans-usa.com\ Sleep Supplies- Items to help your student practice good sleep hygiene Earplugs Sleep mask White noise machine and/or fan Mattress topper

Episode 2: Dorm Sweet Dorm May 28, 2019

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Don’t forget to pack your tapestry, twinkle lights, and your shower caddy- we're moving into the dorm! How to help your student navigate roommate relationships and start their on-campus life on the right foot. Also, what is an RA and what do they do?   Being an RA is where Beth and Laura got their start … so you know they know their dorm rooms! All the cinderblock luxury of them! And Laura gives you her Patent Pending #deveauprotip roommate success call guide: Call one – The Introduction Call two – The housekeeping call Call three – What are you like on your worst day? Learn From My Mistakes and Avoid These Common Roommate Problems: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/02/smarter-living/common-roommate-problems.html How a College Roommate Can Affect Your Child: https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/02/24/how-a-college-roommate-can-affect-your-child/ How to Help Your College Student Prepare for Living With a Roommate: https://www.collegeparentcentral.com/2010/07/how-to-help-your-college-student-prepare-for-living-with-a-roommate/

Episode 1: “The Talk” May 21, 2019

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If you’re about to send your kid off to college, it’s time to have The Talk- and we don’t mean the Birds and the Bees! In this episode, Laura and Beth introduce the podcast and talk about the things you should discuss with your kid as they prepare to become a college student! And you begin to prepare to parent “remotely”. Topics to Cover Finances (who pays for what, what’s their budget, etc.)- go over their financial aid package and bill with them, because it’s their bill, not yours Communication (When and how and how often will you communicate) Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll (What are your values and expectations around partying?) Relationships (consent, respect, sexual misconduct- you can find a guide specific to this here.) Grades (when/if-how they will share information about their academic performance) Vital documents and information- make sure they have essential items like their health insurance card Things to Practice (Have them do these things before they go away) Ask them to find the list of things they need to do for their specific school before they arrive on campus- they will likely find this on the school’s orientation webpage. They should be responsible for completing the tasks with your help and support as needed. Make their own medical appointment (and/or dentist) Pick up a prescription Do their own laundry Go to the grocery store Make a budget Resources 5 Best Budget Apps for College Students https://blog.cort.com/college/5-best-budget-apps-for-college-students/ Letting Go, Sixth Edition: https://www.harpercollins.com/9780062400567/letting-go-sixth-edition/ The Naked Roommate: For Parents Only: https://www.harlancohen.com/books/ Why Parents Should Suffer Through College Orientations: https://www.wbur.org/cognoscenti/2012/08/27/parent-college-orientation-barrios

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