Raising Young Achievers

This week, we're diving deep into the world of modern math education with Dr. Tammi Perez-Rice. Tammi is a dedicated math expert and a mom of five. In this episode, Tammi unpacks what parents need to know about the evolving landscape of math education. We discuss everything from understanding the "new math" to practical tips for supporting your child's learning journey. You'll hear her personal st...

Today, I'm joined by Dr. Moemeka, Chief Medical Officer for Texas Medicaid at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. With over two decades of experience in pediatric medicine and real world experience as a mom of a now college student, Dr. Moemeka brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to today's conversation. Get ready to learn more about the powerful connection between health, nutriti...

In this special episode, I'm joined by Nate Hilger, an economist and the author of "The Parent Trap." We discuss the challenges parents face in providing the support kids need to thrive academically and in life. Can one or two people be the tutor, counselor, nutritionist, coach, advocate and college advisor our children need? Probably not. Nate breaks parenting into two categories: nurturing and s...

Ever heard of the summer slide? It's when students, after spending months gaining skills during the school year, start to lose some of that progress over the summer due to a lack of practice. While they don't forget everything, by the time fall comes around, they need a bit of a catch-up, which can amount to as much as two months of lost learning progress. This small gap might seem manageable, but...

In this episode, we're joined by Shemiah Derrick, a seasoned therapist and communication expert. Shemiah lays out a strategic roadmap to help you establish a unified front in your parenting journey. Our conversation dives into various parenting communication topics from aligned decision-making with your spouse, co-parenting dynamics, and the involvement of extended family in your support network....

Are you wondering what you can be doing during elementary school to make sure your child is on track for college? In this episode, we connect with college access expert, Kendra Strange, to learn what we can be thinking about in the early years to make sure our children have the best chance for long-term academic success. Join us as Kendra breaks down the ways that we as parents can play an importa...

In this episode, we discuss a common parenting pitfall: the belief that our children's potential is set in stone. While our children are born with certain talents, our influence as parents plays an important role in shaping their futures. Join me as we navigate the hurdles of balancing work, addressing learning gaps, and meeting our children's unique needs. Get ready to embrace the power of a grow...

We were excited to welcome Tonya Clark of MindfulEd, to the podcast this week! We discuss actionable approaches to building cultural identity, supporting our children's emotional well-being, and instilling pride and confidence in the face of negative societal narratives. This episode is a powerful guide for mothers of Black sons who are committed to parenting with purpose and intention. We also di...

Have you ever gotten really frustrated with your child’s learning experience and thought about just starting your own school? I know I have. Well, our guest on this episode, Chantel Jones-Bigby and two of her mom friends actually did just that. Dissatisfied with the experience their children were having in school, they decided to join forces and start their own learning pod. After successfully sta...

Hey there! I’m so excited to launch the Raising Young Achievers Podcast with episode 1!! In this introductory episode, I share a pivotal moment that fueled my passion for supporting parents in navigating their children's education journey. This episode was actually from my first podcast, The Rise Society, and it was Inspired by a podcast series I listened to on the American literacy crisis. This e...

In this episode, we chat with the head of Parent Shield Fort Worth, a literacy advocacy initiative empowering parents to understand their children's literacy levels and nurture their growth. Join us as Trenace Dorsey-Hollins, Parent Shield founder, shares her personal journey learning to advocate for her child and other children and parents in her community. Get ready to learn the difference betwe...

Is your child struggling with math? It can be hard to help when your child is already discouraged and the content is moving fast. But don't lose hope just yet! Elementary school is just the beginning of your child's learning journey. There is still plenty of time to catch up and keep the door open to math, science, and engineering careers. So, before you start thinking about throwing in the towel,...

As parents, we all want to see our kids win in school and in life. And I've learned firsthand how hard it can be to figure out the right things to do, to help them succeed. If you've been wondering how to help your child really show what they can do in school. You're in the right place.   I created this podcast because I don't believe it should be hard to figure out how to help your kids. So I'm g...