Supporting Executive Functioning Skills During Play and Sports Season For many students, play and sports season is one of the most exciting times of the school year. Whether your child is competing on the field, joining a school play, or participating in any extracurricular activity, these experiences provide important opportunities for growth, connection, and fun. However, they also introduce new demands on time, energy, and organization. That’s where executive functioning skills come in—and why supporting

Transitioning from Parent to Coach: Supporting Executive Functioning in Your High School Student As high school students head into the second semester, you might notice that your teen is seeking more independence—both in their classes and in everyday life. This can be both exciting and challenging, especially as academic demands grow. One of the best ways to help your student thrive during this critical time is to shift from the role of a traditional parent

Six Weeks to Finals: How Parents Can Support Executive Functioning at Home As finals approach, many high school students start to feel the pressure, and for students who struggle with executive functioning (EF) skills, this time of year can feel especially overwhelming. Executive functioning includes the mental skills we use to plan, organize, manage time, focus, and regulate emotions which are all essential for success during exam season. The good news? Parents can play a

Four Weeks Into School – Is the excitement of a new school year Over? The first few weeks of school usually feel fresh and exciting—new classes, new routines, maybe even new friends. But now that we’re about a month in, reality sets in. Homework piles up, tests kick in and staying organized feels harder than it did at the start. That’s where executive functioning skills come in. These are the “manager skills” your brain uses to: Keep