Raising Capable Kids: A Practical Guide for New Parents


a bit about what is coaching 

It’s in the context of this ongoing conversation and relationship, where you get to the heart of what matters most to you, get clear on what you really want, and see the possibilities for moving forward towards your goals.

 
Details: 
Who is a good fit?
This coaching relationship is designed for new parents of kids from roughly ages 5 through age 11
  • Married couples 
  • Single parents or guardians
  • Divorced or separated parents -how to support learning and organization in separate homes
  • Working parents who want to make the most of their time. 

Benefits of Raising Capable Kids coaching relationship:
  • If your child has an LDs and/or ADHD you will better understand their kid's learning style and a range of tools that support it when they do hw at home 
  • homework time: tips/tools for smoother support 
  • workspace 
  • optional home visits
  • ​collaborate with school 
  • suggeste interventions based on neuropsych (they're experts in testing, i'm a learning specialist) turn recommendations into action
  • collaborate with you as your childs needs evolve; advocate for your child , helpfully
  • When choosing the right educational support, parents have a wide range of choices and considerations. Dan Leibowitz's approach and experience offer a number of benefits that distinguish Innovative Learning Services from other options: ​​
  • Experience: Dan Leibowitz is a credentialed teacher with Master's Degrees in both general and special education, and a Certificate in Educational Therapy. Dan has over 20 years of experience teaching and coaching students ages 8 through 20-somethings in both public and private schools, with a wide range of learning profiles, including LDs and ADD.  
  • Fatherhood: Dan is a father of 2 boys, ages 10 and 12 and has been their primary caregiver.  He brings a wealth of practical and education-related experience to his work with parents.  
  • Dan gets independent schools: Dan has 15 years of combined experience directing and working in the Learning Services Departments of S.F. independent schools -Drew School, Jewish Community High School, and Town School.   
  • Public school experience: Dan taught for two years in the Weston, CT public schools before moving to CA in 1997.
  • The executive function through line: Dan combines an in-depth knowledge of these cognitive skills, a deep understanding of how they impact school and home life, and expertise in tools and strategies that foster efficiency and confidence.  
  • Technology: As an assistive technology specialist, Dan matches students with technology tools and features that transform how they approach academic and organizational tasks. Whether it's Notability, Google Tools, Inspiration Software, Chrome, or iOS features, he understands the landscape and can help identify the right tools for your child's learning style.












How does this coaching relationship work? 
  • ​To begin the relationship clients will receive an intake discovery form that clarifies what to expect from coaching, where they are, goals, obstacles, and strengths
  • ​​ coaching agreement : intake + 4 session arrangement happens in 2 month time frame ​


Routines space transition  Homework
Intake questions about it ask him what’s working is an area to grow

Have you tried? 
emo
attention/space/notifications
procedures
hw time

​Shop Talk for Dads: A Practical Guide to Being a Single Dad 
Shop Talk for Divorced / 2 family homes 
resistance for parents vs. outside person
how to approach it 

​ "I think that we should be focusing on helping children get better at these skills early. I’m hesitant to use the word teach, because when you say teach, people have this image of children sitting like little college students in their seats with somebody lecturing at them.  Promoting these skills should involve weaving them naturally into everyday activities in school and at home in playful and fun ways!"
​-Adele Diamond, PhD
Details:
  • Who: Parents of kids in Kindergarten through age 11
  • When: September 6, 2017. 9:30-11:00 AM
  • Where: Mill Valley Community Center, Mountain View room​​
  • Investment: $85.00 per person. Financial assistance is available, please contact Dan Leibowitz.
  • Materials: Participants will receive a variety of useful materials. ​
Past participants include:
  • Parents
  • Psychologists and psychiatrists 
  • Current and former independent school administrators
  • Teachers from Bridge the Gap College Prep 
  • Educational Therapists



Further reading:​
"The single greatest predictor of academic success is executive function.  It even trumps IQ."
-John Medina, Brain Rules
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​Here’s what parents can do about it.

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