Finding Your Own Path: What Schools Want Students to Know

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THROWBACK episode! As I re-listened to this episode from my other podcast, I knew I needed to share it again here! As we approach the new school year, there are some really great reminders in this episode. Enjoy!

What do teachers and school administrators really want students to know? In this revealing conversation, Dr. Beth Trammell sits down with Katie Preston, a veteran school counselor with more than 14 years of experience and a background in social work. Together, they unpack three critical messages that can transform a student's educational experience.
"Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness" stands as the cornerstone of their discussion. Preston highlights how students often avoid questions fearing they'll appear unintelligent, when in reality, teachers eagerly welcome questions as signs of engagement and intellectual curiosity. This insight proves particularly valuable for parents who might inadvertently discourage question-asking at home while attempting to foster independence in their teens.
The conversation shifts to a profound reminder that "your education is about you, not about your friends." While social connections remain vital to school life, Preston emphasizes how students frequently make educational decisions based primarily on peer influence rather than personal fit. From course selections to extracurricular activities, following your unique path requires courage but ultimately leads to greater fulfillment and success.
Perhaps most powerfully, Preston challenges the notion that college represents the only valid post-secondary path. "College is not for everyone, but being educated is," she explains, validating multiple routes to meaningful careers and fulfilling lives. The essential element isn't a specific degree but rather continued growth, development, and learning appropriate to one's chosen field.
The episode concludes with a preview of a future discussion about parenting multiple children and honoring their different approaches to education and life planning. How can parents shift their expectations and communication styles to support each child's unique journey?
Join this insightful conversation that offers practical wisdom for students, parents, and educators alike. Subscribe to hear more conversations that help make your words matter in supporting young people's growth and development.

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Chapters

1. Meeting School Counselor Katie Preston (00:00:00)

2. Asking for Help Shows Strength (00:04:25)

3. Your Education Is About You (00:08:50)

4. College Isn't Everything, Education Is (00:13:45)

5. Following Your Individual Path (00:17:50)

6. Preview of Next Episode (00:20:35)

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