79: Back to School or No? How to Decide the Impossible Question with Michelle Tichy, PhD

“Should I send my kids back to school?” How many times have you asked yourself that question in the past month? It feels like an IMPOSSIBLE decision to make for many parents, and today I’m here to help! I have educational psychologist Dr. Michelle Tichy on the show, weighing the pros and cons of sending kids back to school face-to-face, or going virtual. Whatever you choose, we see and support you! Hope the great information that Michelle has helps to guide you. We talk: + Why states are pushing for back to school in the middle of a pandemic in the first place + The “hot spot” states and how their situations are different from other areas + Great online resources if you choose virtual + How to prepare you kids to wear masks + Dealing with the anxiety of new school rules + Why this isn’t a time to judge other moms, but to offer support + The questions you should be asking yourself to make the best decision for your family And here’s some GREAT news! Michelle is offering FREE 30-minute virtual consultations with parents who are having a hard time deciding what to do. Go to www.drmichtich.com to register and make sure to mention you heard it HERE to get your free half hour! Homeschool resources referenced by Michelle: 1. Laurel Springs: https://laurelsprings.com 2. Time for Learning: https://www.time4learning.com 3. IXL for families: https://www.ixl.com/membership/family/pricing 4. Pearson’s online learning academy: https://learn.pearsononlineacademy.com 5. Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org 6. Power Homeschool: https://www.powerhomeschool.org 7. K12 Private Academy: https://start.k12privateacademy.com/content/pmlp/national.html More Michelle: IG @drmichtich www.drmichtich.com More Me: IG @SonniAbatta www.Sonni.me --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wegottatalkwithsonni/support