How Single Parents Can Set Expectations for a Successful School Year

 For many single parents, the start of the school year can feel like a balancing act between enthusiasm and exhaustion. The excitement of fresh notebooks and new classes often collides with the reality of homework battles, behavior problems, and screen time conflicts.

The good news? With clear expectations and proactive communication, you can help your tween or teen thrive — and keep your home calm in the process.

Episode Overview:
In this week’s episode of The Parenting Reset Show, I speak with Jessica Bradley of The Learning Room about strategies to create a successful school year for your child. Jessica shares her insights on tutoring vs. academic coaching, the three most important steps for setting your child up for academic success, and how parents can prevent stress before it starts.

Key Takeaways for Single Parents:

1. Understand Your Child’s Academic Needs – Learn whether tutoring or academic coaching is the right fit for their learning style.
   
   
2. Set Realistic Expectations Early – Establish clear, achievable goals to encourage motivation and independence.
   
   
3. Prioritize Communication – Keep the conversation open so challenges don’t snowball into bigger conflicts.
   
   

Why This Matters for Single Parents of Tweens and Teens:
When you’re parenting solo, it’s easy for school stress to spill over into the rest of family life. By setting expectations now, you’ll reduce behavior problems, screen time battles, and homework headaches — while building your teen’s confidence and responsibility.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: [link]

With these tools, you can help your tween or teen start the year strong, stay engaged, and maintain a healthy balance between schoolwork and home life.