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The Power of Parental Involvement

Author: Raul “Tinker” Villarreal,

Tinker has been coaching and teaching for over 28 years in public school in Texas.

As an educator, i feel the number #1 contributor to student/athlete success is present and positive parental involvement. When parents are present and positive I have seen a huge increase in motivation and confidence. This is something every parent dreams of having with their children. When parents are present and positive their children's co...

Top 10 Family Activities to Do Over Summer to Create College-Ready Kids

Summer is a time for relaxation, fun, and family bonding. But it can also be the perfect opportunity to help your kids prepare for college life. College readiness isn’t just about academic skills—it’s about independence, time management, social interactions, and practical life skills. By engaging in meaningful activities over the summer, you can give your kids the tools they need to thrive in college and beyond.

Here are t...

Jonathan Medina "What size Dream do you have? DREAM BIG" 

As I travel the country speaking at schools as a top youth speaker to motivate students, many students ask to take selfies or the are connecting with me on instagram @jmedinaspeaks. While taking the photos or reading comments I always ask students what they want to be when they grow up. Many students look me in the eye or the message me on instragram and say they don’t know what they want to be when they grow up. They don’t have long ter...