69. Nurturing Positive Body Image: What Parents Need to Know
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In this episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, we sit down with dietitian and body image advocate Meg McClintock to discuss how parents and educators can help children develop a healthy, positive relationship with their bodies. From the impact of social media and “selfie culture” to the subtle messages children absorb at home, Meg shares practical strategies for fostering resilience in young people. Discussion Points: What “positive body image” really means — and why it’s not about constant self-admiration How today’s culture of constant photos and video...
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68. The Parent's Guide to Emotion Coaching
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In this episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, host Lucia Garcia sits down with Manal Azzi, school counsellor at Tangara School for Girls and a therapist with over 15 years of experience. Together, they explore how parents can support their children's emotional development, model emotional regulation, and respond constructively to the emotional challenges children face at home and school. Discussion Points: Why Emotions Matter: Emotions are vital for healthy relationships and self-understanding. Ignoring them can lead to future challenges. Emotion...
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67. Netflix’s Adolescence: A School Counsellor’s Thoughts
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In this episode, we sit down with John Soulemezis, school counsellor at Redfield College, to unpack the Netflix series Adolescence. John shares insights on major themes the series raises around identity, masculinity, the online world, and emotional wellbeing. More importantly, he translates these themes into practical advice for parents, teachers, and anyone helping young men navigate today’s challenging landscape. Discussion Points: What Adolescence captures about the modern teenage experience The role of dialogue and open communication in building trust with boys Why healthy...
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66. How Educators Inspire Students to Grow
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In this episode, we welcome Katrina Alvir, an experienced teacher and expert in character education. With years of experience in classical education, Katrina shares valuable insights on how parents and educators can inspire children in developing virtues and forming good habits. She discusses the power of real-life role models, consistent example and practical ways to integrate character education into daily life. Discussion Points: Integrating Virtues into the Curriculum – How to weave character education seamlessly into daily lessons. Creating a Classroom Culture of Virtue – Practical...
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65. Diligence & Heart: Raising Kids Who Thrive & Give
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In this episode, host Isabelle Thomas sits down with Dr Andy Mullins, an experienced educator and author, to discuss how parents can help their children develop strong character, resilience, and a solid work ethic. Drawing from his years working with families and schools like Redfield and Wollemi College in Sydney, Dr Mullins shares key insights on raising children who are both diligent in their studies and generous in their service to others. He also explores the importance of parental unity, leading by example, and staying connected with children as they grow. Key Points:...
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64. Parent Partnership Part 2: Building a Culture of Trust
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In this episode, we explore the role of teachers in building a culture of collaboration with parents. Mary Broadsmith shares her insights and practical tips on fostering open communication, building trust, and engaging parents as active partners in their child’s learning journey. Mary also emphasizes the importance of virtue education and the responsibility teachers have to model professionalism and character for their students. Key Topics: Creating a Collaborative Culture with Parents Benefits of inviting parents into the classroom ...
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63. Parent Partnership Part 1: Why Schools Should Let Parents In
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In this episode we welcome Mary Broadsmith, Principal of Harkaway Hills College in Melbourne, to discuss the role of parent engagement in schools. As the primary educators of their children, parents have a significant impact on their child’s education. Mary discusses how research consistently shows that active parental involvement boosts student flourishing and achievement, strengthens student-family bonds and even staff well-being. Key Topics: The Research-Backed Impact of Parent Engagement: Mary discusses how studies show that students with actively involved...
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62. How To Improve Your Childs Reading And Writing Skills
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In this episode, we welcome Anthony O’Shea, the Year 3 teacher at Lysterfield Lake College. Anthony is a father of 4 and has many years of experience in Primary education. In this podcast episode, he speaks about the benefits of learning to read and write at a young age, and how to encourage children to love reading and writing.
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61. Is Your Child Ready For School?
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Have you ever been worried about when the right time to enrol your child into school is? Meet Catherine Tilley, a mother and teacher who has taught in several school settings. After working n Science, she discovered her passion for early Primary education and has been in the classroom for over 8 years. In this episode, she discusses topics around school readiness for toddler-aged children!
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60. Keys To A Successful Family
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In this episode, we welcome Kate Mathai. Kate is a mother with 6 children and 1 grandson. Kate has extensive experience in counselling and presenting various programs for high school students, married couples and young parents. She speaks about topics like the importance of adapting your parenting approach over time as your family evolves, how to resolve disputes between your children, and how every interaction with your kids is a teaching opportunity.
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