Ann Welch | Personalized Educational Pathways

The Essentials of Essential Questions

by Ann Welch | Apr 13, 2022 | Parents and Caregivers, Skills for Students, Success, Teens and Young Adults

Last week I wrote about my Project Based Learning assignment where my students explore the possibilities of what to do after high school. This may seem like a daunting question, but it is eased by self-awareness exercises we complete throughout the year. Additionally,...

Career? College? Travel? Let the Exploration Begin!

by Ann Welch | Apr 7, 2022 | Education, Educators, Goals, Parents and Caregivers, Skills for Students, Success, Teens and Young Adults

Well, it’s that time of year again. Each spring I present my students with my traditional Career Investigations unit, which culminates with research papers and presentations. What’s new this year? Well, I have overhauled the unit, broadened the scope, and...

We Are All In This Together

by Ann Welch | Oct 23, 2020 | Anxiety, Education, Parenting, Parents and Caregivers, Self-Care

WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER Uncertainty: What will school look like tomorrow? For kids who are going to school in person, tomorrow is uncertain. How can families plan, not knowing from one day to the next what school will look like. What about remote learning?...

Navigating Strong Emotions and Outbursts

by Ann Welch | Jul 10, 2020 | Education, Educators, Parenting, Parents and Caregivers, Teens and Young Adults

Knowing how our brains work can be a powerful tool for helping our teens deal with strong emotions. I am an educator. Therapists and counselors are great resources for helping families develop tools for navigating strong emotions. If you are concerned about the...