Dr. John Chanaca has over 42 years of teaching/counseling experience in PA and SC public schools. After completing his bachelor's and master's Degrees in elementary education, he taught in various elementary and middle schools at multiple locations with different socioeconomic and cultural groups. He obtained his certification in counseling from Marywood University in PA. John also holds a certificate in public School administration from Penn State University. In addition, he has been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) since 1985 and has a private Christain Marriage and Family Practice.

John received his Doctorate in Education from the University of South Carolina (1992), concentrating in curriculum and instruction.

In October 1998, Dr. Chanaca was selected as a Fulbright Memorial Fund Scholar to study the educational system in Japan. This trip inspired Dr. Chanaca to begin writing the Super Student Program. This program was designed to improve, recognize and celebrate student achievement and behavior.

He is a co-author of the AGS program Peer Pals. This program has received several national and state awards. Peers Pals is a motivational program for elementary school students focusing on positive learning attitudes and self-esteem in peer-helping situations.

He has taught Adult Sunday School for over 30 years and is involved in The English Cafe, a lay Christian missionary program sharing the Christian Gospel via Zoom worldwide.

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Takeaways:

• Raising children is a collective responsibility involving parents, teachers, and communities.
• Love is an action word; it's essential to demonstrate love through actions, not just words.
• A child's success is influenced by their parents' attitudes and the environment they create.
• Parents must believe in their child's potential and provide a supportive learning environment.
• Your attitude shapes your experiences; it's more crucial than the events themselves.
• Effective parenting involves teaching children essential life skills and encouraging them to be lifelong learners.

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Michelle Choairy is a mom of a complex kid. She has been her son’s best advocate and has learned through the years what it takes to get the best care for her child. She is the Founder of Collective Wisdom for Complex Kids, a support group for mothers with children with disabilities. She has a passion for helping families re-evaluate and prioritize their dynamics, along with guiding them from confusion to clarity while raising complex children. 

Takeaways:

• Michelle emphasizes the importance of self-care for parents of complex kids, reminding them that neglecting their own well-being can negatively impact their children.
• Building a supportive community of other parents is crucial for navigating the challenges of raising neurodivergent children.
• The Thrive method focuses on teamwork and effective communication with medical and educational professionals to advocate for your child's needs.
• Celebrating small victories and milestones, no matter how minor they seem, is vital for maintaining a positive outlook during difficult times.
• Parents need to learn to navigate the healthcare and educational systems to ensure their children receive the necessary support and resources.
• The journey of raising a complex child often requires changing expectations and embracing the unique path each family takes.

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John Foster is an author, executive, angel investor, and lifelong student of markets, John’s career failed its way through process engineering, operations, business management, M&A, and corporate strategy; finally failing big enough to exit. He now teaches kids the lowdown on business and entrepreneurship, hoping they will fail bigger and sooner.

John discusses the transformative approach of Middle School MBA, a curriculum designed to teach middle school students advanced business and economic concepts. He challenges traditional educational methods, questioning why students aren't leaving high school with a solid grasp of subjects like calculus or business principles, and highlights the need for a curriculum that prepares them for real-world applications. He believes in confronting failure as a vital part of learning, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from setbacks. The conversation delves into the significance of fostering critical thinking and resilience in students, ultimately aiming to make learning more relevant and engaging.

Takeaways:

• The traditional educational system often prioritizes the needs of teachers over the students.
• Students should be equipped to understand complex subjects like business and economics from a young age.
• Failure is an essential part of learning, and students should be encouraged to confront it.
• By using innovative teaching methods, we can make business principles accessible to middle schoolers.
• Empowering teachers to teach advanced concepts can lead to better student engagement and understanding.
• Resilience and perseverance are key traits that students need to develop for lifelong success.

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