Cottage Lane Character Education
Across Our School       In Our Classroom      

How Can Families Get Involved?

  • Parent Workshop
     

    • Attend our presentation on Responsible Internet Use, Internet Safety, and Cyber-Bullying on Wednesday, December 8th at 7 PM at Cottage Lane. This workshop will be presented by Jacob Tanenbaum, our technology teacher.
       

  • Review student planner

    • You will find the book and words of the month for the year, along with key words and positive tips from the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. This can promote a family discussion of the character trait and to strengthen the home school connection.
       

    • Discuss word and book of the month, as well as the family connection
       

  • Ask your child about Morning Meeting in their classroom

Principal's Chat

The Effect of Praise on Mindsets

How Not to Talk to Your Kids - New York Magazine

Most Likely to Succeed  - Gladwell.com

Tiger Moms:  Is Tough Parenting Really the Answer? - Time Magazine

Audio Clips from Malcom Gladwell's Book Outliers
Clip 1     Clip 2 - .mp3 - sound must be on