On sorting day each student was given a family that they will reside with while at MTES. Being a part of Monon Trail Elementary School...

How do you define Courage? How do you use Courage in your daily life to be successful or feel accomplished? Mr. Gilbert is teaching our...

Join Westfield Washington Schools Parent University and our staff as we explore conversations with our Middle & Intermediate School...

A special education teacher has developed worksheets to help all students identify and manage their stressors. By Michele Lew November...

Does your child show signs of Test Anxiety?   Here are some tips with signs to look for and suggestions on how to become stronger test...

"Executive function is an umbrella term in neuroscience to describe the neurological processes involving mental control and...

Finding balance with during the holidays can cause anxiety.   The author reminds us to "take time to stop, breathe, and take care of...

What Parents And Teachers Need To Know About The Teenage Brain And Executive FunctionJohn Medina May 21, 2018 There is a set of mental...

for your peace of mind, you may have to say no over the holiday or ask for help. 8 Tips to a Stress-Free Holiday SEASON It's the...

My child would never do that.  My child is strong.  These are things we hope to be true but social media and social pressures have...

A healthy mindset will assist you over the holidays. Making sure you eat, sleep, and exercise is important but here are some extra tips...

What is better than Candy for Halloween?  Kindness, love, patience, acceptance, trust, a quiet moment, and an open heart.   While our...

What is Conflict vs Bullying and our definition of bullying? There are three parts: Repeated (over and over) On purpose Imbalance of...

FREE MOVIE! Location:   Westfield Middle School, Cafeteria - Enter via South Main Entrance Date:  Wednesday, December 4 Time:  6:00 PM -...

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Will you answer the call?TED TALKS TO CHECKOUT: Julie Lythcott-Haims - How to raise successful kids — without over-parenting. Dr. Grate -...

You are sitting in the office; it’s a busy week at work. There’s an important meeting you’ve to prepare for, a social media campaign that...

This article reminds us of how hard it is to let our children learn from their actions.  Failure is a hard moment for parents and...

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Parents' Guide to Social & Emotional Development Research has shown that those with high emotional intelligence have better attention...