Parent Resources
ONLINE AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
RCS Community Resource Directory - List of local Rutherford County resources, including counseling services, housing assistance, clothing/food resources, and more. If you need help finding an online or community resource, please contact me via email at [email protected].
Guide to School Success - Grade-specific guides for parents to help their children achieve success in school. Available in both English and Spanish.
TN Dept of Education - Free education resources for parents, including video lessons, foundational skills, and resources to support learning at home.
Kids Health - Information on age-specific growth and development, healthy choices, and positively managing emotions and behavior.
Disability Rights TN - Advocacy services, information about disability rights, and contact info for agencies that can assist with issues/legal representation.
TN Step - Webinars and workshops for families of exceptional students to assist with educational planning and decision-making.
NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness offers support for families of children with mental health conditions.
RESOURCE ARTICLES FOR COMMON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHALLENGES
- Managing Back to School Anxiety
- Coping Skills for Managing Anger
- Supporting Self-Regulation in Children
- Breathing Exercises for Kids
- Calm Down Strategies for Kids
- Managing Homework Struggles
- Activities to Encourage a Growth Mindset
- Building Self-Esteem
- Dealing with Disrespectful Attitudes/Behavior
- Transition to Middle School