Webinar 1 • October 2, 2025 at 00:00pm
Foundations for Respectful, Productive Parent Conversations
What We’ll Cover:
Understanding Parent Perspectives:
Explore how parents’ backgrounds, experiences, and cultural expectations shape their reactions—and how you can listen with empathy, not defensiveness.
Dignity First:
Learn the difference between respect (earned) and dignity (deserved by all), and practice language that makes every parent feel heard and valued.
The Mentor Mindset:
Shift away from “enforcer” or “protector” roles and step into the mentor mindset—balancing high expectations with partnership and support.
What Really Motivates Teens (and How to Share It with Parents):
Get the latest research on adolescent motivation—how status, dignity, and earned prestige drive learning—and discover simple ways to explain this to parents.
Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios:
Work through international school examples, including cross-cultural misunderstandings and generational differences.
Takeaways:
Scripts for opening and guiding challenging conversations.
A “Mentor Mindset Checklist” for self-reflection.
Research insights on adolescent motivation, ready to share with parent.
Webinar 2 • October 9, 2025 at 00:00pm
Handling High-Tension Moments & Building Lasting Trust
What We’ll Cover:
When Parents Get Angry or Challenge Your Competence:
Practice calm, boundary-setting language for when emotions run high or your expertise is questioned.
Turning Conflict into Collaboration:
Use “we” language and wise feedback techniques to shift the focus from blame to problem-solving.
Discussing Academic Struggles and Motivation:
Learn how to talk about student challenges without blame, and frame feedback in terms of growth and potential.
Setting Boundaries with Grace:
Tools for keeping conversations professional and productive—even when things get heated.
Scripts and Role-Plays:
Try out Wiseman’s proven phrases for real-life scenarios, from accusations of unfairness to repeated complaints.
Takeaways:
A toolkit of scripts for 8+ tough parent conversations.
Case studies tailored for international and cross-cultural school settings.
Practical tips for managing anger and setting boundaries.
Why Attend?
These just-in-time webinars will help you walk into fall conferences feeling prepared, confident, and ready to handle even the most challenging parent conversations with clarity, compassion, and calm. You’ll leave with actionable strategies, customizable scripts, and a renewed sense of partnership with your parent community—right when you need it most!
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