Boys Education Series

Throughout our lives, mentors shape who we become. For boys, male mentors can play a unique role in helping them understand strength, compassion, and connection.

In our latest Boys Education Series article, middle school social studies teacher, class dean, and wrestling coach, Matt McCarter, explores how authentic relationships with male role models help boys build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging.  

In our latest blog, Upper School English Teacher Kevin O’Brien shared insights on using mindfulness to help students build resilience and manage stress. In this episode, Jen Beros, Associate Head of School at University School, speaks with Kevin further about integrating practical mindfulness into daily routines. 

In our latest blog, University School Director of Technology and Libraries, Lisa Ulery, offered solutions to help balance your child’s technology usage. In this episode, Jen Beros, Associate Head of School at University School, speaks with Lisa further about how families and schools are working to help boys develop healthy relationships with technology.

Studies have shown a significant decrease in language learning in the United States. This trend is counter to the known value of learning a second language and exploring its related culture. University School Director of the Upper School Krystopher Perry discusses the opportunities for adolescent boys who find a love of language.

In this episode, Lisa Ulery, Director of Technology and Libraries at University School shares advice on navigating the dangers of online gambling for teenage boys.

Lower School Director Mrs. Lisa Cummings provides valuable insights for raising compassionate, responsible, and resilient individuals.

In this episode, Head of School Mr. Patrick Gallagher discusses practical strategies and valuable insights to help young men navigate stress and anxiety.

In the latest episode of the Boys Education Series, Associate Head of School and Interim Director of College Counseling, Mrs. Jen Beros, shares advice on how to decide between encouraging perseverance and recognizing when it's time to embrace change.

From sports and music to art and science, there is no shortage of activities for children to try. But how do we know when to encourage participation, and how do we help them balance it all? In this episode, University School Jr. K - Grade 8 Enrichment Specialist Mr. Jeff Pierce shares how to support your son in embracing new experiences.

Organization skills play an important role in becoming a successful student and, ultimately, adult. Encouraging these habits early with your son can help him to be prepared for anything that might come his way. In this episode, Gail Ross, Third Grade Team Leader at University School, offers advice on how parents can start small for big results.

Competitive sports in middle and high school can be difficult for parents to navigate. You want to push your son to excel, but it is also important to know when and how to take more of a backseat approach. In this episode, Jon Bridge, Middle School and Varsity Squash Coach and Assistant Head of School for Advancement at University School, offers advice on how parents can best set their son up for success.

Having the latest and greatest tech gadget is often a big deal for boys. With that comes many questions for parents who are considering these devices for their sons.

In this episode, Lisa Ulery, Director of Technology and Library Services at University School provides parents with some guidance on managing this important decision.

Gaining emotional intelligence is a lifelong endeavor, but there are methods that we can practice to help our children understand their feelings.

In this edition of the Boys Education Series, University School Jr. K - 8 School Psychologist and Student Services Department Chair, Erica Evert, shares six ways to help nurture emotional intelligence in your child.

Being kind is a skill that we can teach and practice with our children–just like sports, language, or math. University School Jr. K-8 School Counselor, Leslie Muha, shares three ways to practice kindness daily.

A reflection for parents and teachers on the book 'We the Leader' by Dr. Jeffrey Spahn and how its lessons can be related to raising young leaders.  

It can be difficult to find the right balance of ambitious aspirations and attainable goals for our children.