Counseling Resources

Helpful Resources for Middle School Students

It's your child's biggest transition since kindergarten.  He/she is leaving the cozy nest of elementary school for the wide-open spaces of middle school.  It can be daunting for both of you, so start your preparations now.  These resources can help you smooth the way, both socially and academically.

Parent Tool Kit 

https://www.parenttoolkit.com/

Helping Your Child Do Well in School 

http://www.nea.org/home/59842.htm

Transition to Middle School

https://yourteenmag.com/teenager-school/teenager-middle-school/transition-to-middle-school-tips-for-parents

Transition to High School

https://blog.collegevine.com/9-tips-for-helping-your-teen-transition-to-high-school/

Talking with teens about Instagram

http://www.scholastic.com/Instagram/pdfs/Parents-Extended-Guide.pdf

General Sites for Middle School Students

Kid Info (Straight-forward resources for middle school students) http://www.kidinfo.com

Multnomah County Library Homework Center (Quick links to resources by topic)  www.multcolib.org/homework

Brain Fuse (Pre-arranged, regularly scheduled free tutoring online)  http://home.brainfuse.com

Kidshealth.org Helps students develop coping skills and strategies)  www.kidshealth.org