Warm regards,

Robert Wargo

Superintendent

Students dress up based upon what they want to be when they grow up

Special Guest Readers

A visit from Jiji:

Seach had a visit from author and storyteller Len Cabral his week! He also donated a book to our library. If you would like to know more about Len, please click here.

The Weymouth High Theater Company and their production of “PICNIC” were fortunate to be named as winners at the opening round of this year’s METG High School Drama Festival winning additional Acting All-Stars for Abby Etkin and Alex Norton, an All-Star for the team for Costime Design and Execution, and an All-Star for the team for Set Design and Execution. They are moving on to the State Semi-Finals this Saturday, March 9th and we are happy to be hosting at The Theater at Maria Weston Chapman (Weymouth will be on at 3:30). You could also come check it out tonight Open Dress Rehearsal at 7:00pm. Thank you to all for all of your support!

This week's video was produced and filmed entirely by 5th grade students in The Wildcat Media Club at Academy Avenue school. As a special treat, this video was edited by 7th grade students Nate and Tyler in the Community Video and Photo Journalism class at Chapman Middle School taught by Mr. Dreyfus.

Digital Wellness: Let your Kids be the Experts
Dr. Jill Walsh

When it comes to discussing technology with kids the power balance is off; despite our efforts, they know more about it than we do. This often limits conversation, but please don’t let it! If I have learned anything from the teens I’ve interviewed over the years it is that they really want to talk to us. But the way we frame the conversation is critical. It often works best when we accept that they are the tech experts and let them know that want to understand it better. Instead of starting with a lecture or our own agenda, begin some of your tech discussions with open-ended questions.They will be skeptical at first, but I promise they will open up once they see you don’t have a hidden agenda. Below are suggestions to get started:

• “What’s your favorite platform/app right now?” This lets your teen tell you what is important to them. Follow this up by asking why they like it to get a sense of what appeals to them (i.e. is it that they are exhausted and need a break; the chance to connect with friends). Stay curious with this!

• “What do you wish I understood better about your tech use?” Most likely they will say some version of “I wish you understood that I’m not doing bad stuff.” That’s okay. This an entry point to talk about your concerns and for them to share their worries..

• If you hear something about technology from parents or the news that makes you nervous, mention it to your child and say “What have you heard about this?” After talking about it generally you can say “I’m bringing this up because it makes me nervous and I want to make sure you are prepared to handle it. What would you do in this situation?” This lets you work together to develop strategies for challenging moments.

I am only suggesting we see teens as tech experts. We have knowledge about navigating relationships, health and wellness, and developing a sense of self and should not defer to them on those things! And guidance on those topics is what teens need from us. A friend problem that happens on Snapchat is, for them, still a friend problem.

• March 12 - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Capstone Fair - Gold Building
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