After introductions, the group decided on two major topics for small group discussion. The time management group discussed a variety specific issues. Other parents saw communication with school friends very appropriate during the evening hours, especially since many live long distances from one another. Parents expressed some confusion about the green and white week class schedules.
Green weeks are more intense and seem to require more homework of students.
Some parents felt they need to impose structure on their children's lives in order to help them manage time. Others felt their children learn by suffering the consequences of their decisions, and thus learn to make better choices in the future. Letting go of our children is a struggle for many parents of 9th graders. Some expressed concern that over-managing our children's lives keeps them from assuming responsibility. Some independence now will help with future experiences.