The social, emotional and educational issues of our adolescent boys BOYS to MEN The social, emotional and educational issues of our adolescent boys
MY LIST OF ADOLESCENT CONCERNS MALES MAY FACE DAILY Bullying Illegal Substance Involvement Misunderstood Peer Pressure Form of Academic Difficulty Social Standing/Status Respect/Disrespect Emotional confusion Friendship and relationships Structure Discipline/time management Appropriate forum for expression
What I Think Adolescent Boys Concerns ARE AND WHY? Issues Rationale 1. 2. 3. 4.
Trust Stress Attendance Language Anger Academy Deficiency Social, Emotional and Educational Potential Blockages To Adolescent Male Success SOCIAL EMOTIONAL EDUCATIONAL Trust Stress Attendance Language Anger Academy Deficiency Time Management Depression Study Habits Handling Media Confusion Motivation Prioritizing Fear Failure/Retention Negative Influence Anxiety Tools & Resources *** What are resources to address these concerns***
10 Tips for Parenting Teenage Boys Remember you’re the parent Lead with a plan Listen to your teen Have clear expectations Discipline when needed Allow for some self expression Have clear rules about phone internet and social media Teach them to earn trust Be consistent and fair Foster positive communication
What Is BOYS to MEN ? IT IS AN INNOVATIVE PROJECT THAT INTRODUCES ADOLESCENT MALE STUDENTS TO NETWORKING WITHIN A GROUP SETTING TO EXPLORE POSITIVE INTERACTION WITH SCHOOL, COMMUNITY, PEER RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILY. THE PROGRAM IS SPECIFICALLY TARGETED AND DESIGNED AS A MALE MENTORING PROGRAM CONSTRUCTED TO ADDRESS EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENT, SOCIAL ENHANCEMENT AND OVERALL PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG MEN.