In an age where adult rudeness seems to be on the rise, how do we ensure our teens don’t follow the same path? Join Terry Dubow and Bill Sneed from Marin Montessori School as they delve into the challenges of raising adolescents amidst a backdrop of adult incivility. Drawing insights from a provocative Atlantic article titled ”How America Got Mean,” this episode touches on:
- The societal trend of declining civility and its impact on young minds.
- Understanding the unique challenges and misconceptions surrounding today’s adolescents.
- Practical strategies to foster empathy, respect, and open communication at home.
- Navigating the divide between digital drama and real-world respect.
Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of modern parenting challenges and learn actionable solutions to help nurture well-rounded teens in today’s complex landscape.
Bill is a passionate educator with over a quarter-century of teaching experience. At Austin Montessori School in Texas, Bill served for 15 years as a guide and as the Administrative Coordinator for their Adolescent Community. His teaching experience includes working with various age groups and in a variety of settings. In Breckenridge, Colorado, he taught at both Colorado Mountain College and Summit High School. Bill also spent one year as an English instructor at Interlingua in Guadalajara, Mexico. Bill has also served as a bilingual pre-k and 4th-grade teacher. He has a deep passion for social equality and served as the Family Literacy Coordinator for Spanish-speaking communities in Denver, Colorado. Bill earned a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Texas at Austin and holds an AMI Montessori 12-18 diploma. Bill loves to write songs, play guitar, and spend time outside.
