This week’s episode is all about helping your middle schooler set goals that actually stick. Principal Bill Renner shares simple, meaningful steps to help students build confidence, develop responsibility, and finish the semester strong.

💡 In this episode:

• How to turn vague hopes into clear goals
• What kids really need to stay motivated
• How to track progress in a way they’ll actually enjoy
• The power of celebrating effort over perfection

💬 “Success isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters, on purpose.”

If your child is struggling with schoolwork—or seems increasingly frustrated—this episode is for you. Principal Bill Renner walks families through how to spot the signs of academic challenges, how to respond without blame, and how to partner with your school to get support in place.

💡 In this episode:

• What academic challenges really look like
• 5 key steps to take if your child is falling behind
• What school supports exist (and how to ask for them)
• Why your belief in your child makes all the difference

💬 “Every child has strengths—some just need different ways to access them.”

Want to help your child succeed without constant reminders, battles over homework, or feeling like you’re doing the work for them?

This week, Principal Bill Renner shares simple, powerful ways to build routines, grow independence, and strengthen your partnership with your child and their teachers.

📘 You’ll learn:

• How to turn “checking up” into meaningful check-ins
• The right rhythm for reviewing grades and assignments
• When to step back—and when to step in
• Why praise for effort builds confidence and long-term success

💬 “You’re not the fixer. You’re the anchor.”