In this simulation, you are an Academic Advisor at a boarding school who must advocate for interventions that you and your colleagues identify that your advisee needs while collaborating with the advisee’s family who does not necessarily want their child to have these recommended supports.
Key Characters:
- Cameron – 9th Grade student, new to boarding school.
- Cameron’s Parents – Want to support his transition to residential life while reinforcing academic success.
- Math Teacher – Notices Cameron’s eroding performance.
- Dorm Head – Responsible for supporting residential students within their assigned dorm.
- Tutor - Assigned to students based on fit with their needs.
Trade-offs to Consider:
- Working as a team vs working individually
- Leading vs letting solutions generate organically
- Balancing your commitment to a student’s academic success while partnering with their parents, who have a different perspective
Potential Topics for Discussion:
- What are some warning signs of student burnout?
- How can you build alliances in support of students?
- How to discuss information with families when it is contrary to their opinions and/or beliefs?
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