Too often we attempt to address issues and problems with adolescent boys instead of focusing on individual assets, school assets and community assets. The questions we should be asking are about how we collectively develop the assets that will allow boys to be resilient, flexible, adaptable and well-prepared for the future they will face.
The Search Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota has been a long time leader in studying the assets that will allow boys to be successful. These assets go far beyond good grades on a report card or success on the athletic field. I would encourage you to review the Search Institute website to consider how your family can focus on helping develop these assets in your son's life at home, help support these assets at St. Mary's and in the community you are a part outside of school.
I will look forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming parent teacher conferences and, as always, don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns before then.
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