Episodes

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    What emotional intelligence and social-emotional learning is Ways that emotional intelligence is taught in many schools How parents and teachers can effectively partner together to reinforce emotional intelligence learning at home and school One simple tip that parents can use to start conversations about emotions with their kids

    You can reach Mary at [email protected] and visit her website at bit.ly/MTEC_INFO. You can also find her social media channels for Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mountaintopeducationconsulting or LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtecmarydesimone.

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    The current state of children's emotional and behavioral health in the US and parts of the EU and the UK How our everyday food choices and mealtime behaviors affect our children and how they learn from those choices Snack choices that are health promoting, brain sharpening, and easy to make Meal ideas that help our children learn and grow

    You can reach Meryl at [email protected] and visit her website at www.pbnm.org. You can also find her on social media using her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pbnm.org or on her YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@pbnm-plantbasednutritionmo4650. To obtain her FREE digital download, click on the link. https://www.canva.com/design/DAFhmXZ8fag/Zrouw01-tm_jSynRYYe1-Q/edit?utm_content=DAFhmXZ8fag&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton.

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

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  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    Holistic approaches to managing ADHD How nutrition correlates with ADHD and what parents can do about it Tips for mitigating the meltdowns Why sleeping is so hard for kids with ADHD and advice on how parents can help them

    You can reach Krystal at [email protected] and visit her website at https://foundinthought.net/. You can also find her social media channels using her Linktr.ee- https://linktr.ee/adhdcoachkrystal. She is offering a FREE 30-minute consultation where you can get all of your questions answered and walk away with at least 2 solid takeaways. Go to foundinthought.net to access more information. NOTE: A diagnosis is not required to benefit from Krystal’s services.

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    How Alicia’s experience in the public school system and homeschooling her own children has influenced her approach in garden coaching & education Tips for parents who might be interested in starting their home garden but feel overwhelmed or unsure about where to start Why Alicia believes gardening can contribute to a child's success in K-12 education & beyond Suggestions for starting a garden, including information on the temperatures suitable for starting specific seeds

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Alicia at [email protected] and visit her website at www.createmygarden.net. You can also find her on social media using her Facebook page, Create My Garden or on her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/createmygarden.

    To obtain her FREE gift, Family Gardening: 3 Activities for Building Life Skills, click the link below: https://www.createmygarden.net/freebies/threelearning-activities-to-get-kids-involved-in-gardening/

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    How Discovery Tales can help children be successful Tina explain how Connection works and what it means to her Several ways to help parents find out if their child feels connected to them Suggestions that help children with anger management

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Tina at [email protected]. Her website is www.discoverytales.org. You can also find her on social media on Facebook at Discovery Tales or on her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/discoverytales. You can reach out to her if you would like a copy of the book, The Stellar Way, Discovering the Star Within or you can find it on Amazon. You can also email her to get a supplement of the book that parents have found to be helpful in the home environment. This is available for a special discounted price if you mention this podcast.

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    How to advocate for tutoring for your kids as a stepparent

    Useful tips on how to get professional tutoring support

    Advice on being a stepparent who wants the best for her kids but the parents aren't on board

    How to navigate being on the outside as a stepparent and wanting to help your kids succeed

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Anna at [email protected]. Her company website is www.annadeacosta.com. You can also find her on her social media at www.Instagram.com/annadeacosta. Get her FREE triggered emotions gift by signing up for the email list at www.annadeacosta.com.

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    The number one thing that you should do when BIG emotions happen with your children Tools to help kids manage their emotions better What to do if BIG emotions get the best of you and your child Ways to use a more holistic approach for handling emotions

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Angie at her email [email protected]. Also, you can find her on her social media platforms: Facebook or Instagram @TheParentToolbox or through her website, www.theparenttoolbox.info. Grab her FREE gift, a complimentary 30-minute Parent Discovery Call by going to her website, https://theparenttoolbox.info/parentingdiscovery.

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos of Dynamis Learning at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    Why cursive writing is still needed today The importance of cursive writing with or without a computer How Patricia can help your child be a better reader, even though we have AI now Ways to help your child become passionate about learning

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Patricia at [email protected]. You can text the word “Cursive” today to 404-295-4363 to join the monthly list for a Write Cursive Now event. It is online, every third Saturday at 10:00 am. Pre-registration is required. Also, Google - The Nia Academy for Careers and Literacy to learn more about her courses.

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    Examples from real life that show how kids develop various skills and interests Parenting strategies that use humor to relate to kids The importance of behavior and attitudes in kids Ideas that help kids feel safe and confident

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Jeff at [email protected]. He can also be found on social media through his Facebook - JeffNelliganBooks / Instagram - Nelligan_Books. His website is www.nelliganbooks.com. The website www.NelliganBooks.com contains much of his work, previous media interviews and podcasts, and very hard-hitting blogs on his parenting approaches.

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    Parenting skills that would help all parents to have more success raising their kids Ways parents of teens can start to fix their relationship Specific parenting skills that can help kids be more successful in school How to rebuild connections with your kids

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    You can reach Lisa at [email protected]. Her website is www.championyourparenting.com. She can also be reached on her social media platforms: LinkedIn and Facebook.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-reichelt/

    https://www.facebook.com/ChampionYourParenting/groups

    Sign up for a "no-obligation" call to learn about our newest program, Strong Family Ties: 90 Days to Fix Your Parent-Teen Relationship (www.championyourparenting.com/meet)

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    How bullet journaling helps kids who struggle with perfectionism and anxiety

    Ways that bullet journaling increases mindfulness and improves organization

    The benefits of studying literature and how it develops qualities like empathy

    If bullet journaling is effective for those with ADHD

    Bullet journaling strategies for students of all ages

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    The way that technology tools are helping kids with learning disabilities

    How technology gamifies tasks to improve executive functioning skills

    Strategies to improve kids’ time management skills using technology

    Types of learning tools that help those with disabilities be successful

    Some examples of assistive technology that improves the lives of those with disabilities

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    Ways to utilize writing to reinforce what students are learning in the classroom

    Strategies to incorporate reading into the lives of kids of all ages

    Keys for building kids’ vocabulary at a young age

    The benefits of reading to kids daily

    The importance of parental involvement in what kids are learning at school

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    The common weaknesses students have in math

    Some everyday activities for parents to engage kids in learning math

    The benefits of mental math and memorization skills for kids

    Ways for parents to practice math skills in everyday activities

    Strategies for kids who struggle with math to help them be successful

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address listed above.

  • Welcome to our 100th Anniversary Episode of Smart Parents Successful Students! We are so excited that we have hit this great milestone! We have been blessed to meet many great experts and have shared their knowledge with you over the last 3 years! We have appreciated your support all along and look forward to sharing many more episodes for years to come.

    On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    Our owner, Helen Panos, discusses the top 5 episodes of the podcast which you can find below:

    Neurofeedback and the Benefits for Children with ADHD, Anxiety, and Other Disorders How to Build Lasting and Supportive Relationships with Your Kids Using EmotionalIntelligence Inspiring Creativity and Problem Solving in Children Which Test is Best for My Child? SAT or ACT? How To Build a Success Mindset in Your Kids and Make a Great School Year So Much Easier

    We are looking forward to many more years of sharing resources and providing value for parents. Contact us if you have a topic in mind that you would like to hear more about, and we will try and providethat information for you in a future episode.

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, and/or academic planning, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email addressabove.

  • Compass Family Chiropractic has been serving families in the Dunwoody area for 9 years! They specialize in prenatal and pediatric Chiropractic care, which both doctors- Dr. Anne-Marie DiNardo and Dr. Jen Wozniak have done extensive postgraduate work. Dr. Jen has 2 boys, ages 9 and 6, so she is passionate about making sure parents have all the knowledge they need to navigate their kids' health and well-being in a world that often pushes so many medications onto kids.

    On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    The main reasons people bring their kids to see a pediatric chiropractor The #1 issue chiropractors see in most kids The approach a neurologically focused chiropractor takes when treating kids Different types of nerves that can affect the body

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    Dr. Jennifer Wozniak can be reached at [email protected]. The website is www.compassfamilychiropractic.com. You can also follow Compass Chiropractic on Instagram at the following handle: @compasschiroatl. Finally, to schedule an appointment, go to compassfamilychiropractic.com and mention this podcast to receive your child's neurological scans, and if necessary, any chiropractic X-rays for $67 (up to $265 value).

    To schedule a free consultation and discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address above.

  • Dr. Christiane Schroeter is the host of the top 2.5% global ranked podcast show Happy Healthy Hustle. She is a Health & Happiness Coach who helps people lead healthier and happier lives by guiding them toward balanced lifestyles, teaching them self-care strategies, and motivating them to break free from the chaos of everyday life. Christiane shares her expertise as a professor in California, teaching Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Food Marketing. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending quality moments with her husband and two daughters, taking leisurely walks at the beach, exploring local farmer’s markets to savor seasonal produce, and having a blast with her book club ladies!

    On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    How parents can foster a positive and balanced approach to wellness for their children, especially in a world filled with various diet trends and body image pressures The strategies parents use to help their children build resilience and manage stress, particularly in today's fast-paced, high-pressure academic environment How to tune in with your body and food How people turn failure into growth The holistic approach to helping children with their academic success.

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    Christiane can be reached at [email protected]. Her website is https://hellohappynest.com/. Below are her social media handles:

    https://www.instagram.com/hello.happy.nest/

    https://www.facebook.com/HelloHappyNest

    To schedule a free consultation and discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address above.

  • Jill Dilbeck is a former Disney cast member and frequent traveler. She was asked on numerous occasions for help planning trips. She was connected to an agency and vacation planning turned into a side gig. As a teacher, this was something Jill did for some supplemental income. Now, after 5+ years, it's grown and expanded, and she even has her own podcast!

    On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    How traveling can benefit your child’s academic success How exposing your child to other cultures is important The skills that kids learn while on vacation such as team building etc. The true benefit of kids going on vacation & what is learned

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    Jill Dilbeck can be reached at [email protected]. Her social media website is https://www.facebook.com/jilldilbeckvacations and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/spillintheteacups/. Her services are completely free! You can also find her at her Linktree at https://linktr.ee/jdilbecktravels.

    To schedule a free consultation and discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address above.

  • Carrie Bonnett is a veteran teacher and lifelong list-maker. She is an Executive Function coach based in Bend, Oregon where she lives with her husband and two children. Carrie works with students and families all over the world. Her no-shame approach, and the strategies she teaches help empower students to thrive in life and in school, help parents and teachers better support their children, and help adults organize all that life requires. In addition to coaching, she is also an adjunct instructor for early-career teachers at the University of Portland in Oregon.

    On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    What Executive Function is What some strategies are for helping your child with Executive Function Advice that will help you decide if your child struggles with Executive Function How adults help their child get on board Skills vs will

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    Carrie can be reached at [email protected]. Her website is www.carriebonnet.com and you can obtain her free gift by clicking here: www.carriebonnet.com/blueprint.

    To schedule a free consultation and discuss your child’s needs including tutoring, advocacy resources, academic planning, SAT/ACT, and more, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address above.

  • A former middle school English teacher and parent of two, Emily Cherkin, The Screentime Consultant, witnessed the simultaneous rise of technology use for school and smartphone, and social media use for kids. Today, Emily consults with parents, schools, and organizations tobring her tech-intentional approach to parenting and screen time to as many people as possible. Emily's book "The Screentime Solution: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family" will be released in January 2024.

    On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear:

    What parental controls are recommended for kids’ technology use How parents can encourage responsible technologyuse for kids The importance of implementing an “away forthe day policy” at school Ways that technology interferes with kids’ learning What age kids should have a cell phone

    You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at [email protected].

    Emily invites you to go www.thescreentimeconsultant.comand [email protected] to sign up for the mailing list.

    To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs including advocacy resources, academic planning, and/or obtain a tutor for your child, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address above.