“As students arrive in 10th grade they are increasingly independent, which makes navigating the role of a sophomore parent pretty tricky.
10th Grade Ready provides a rich array of advice for parents seeking developmentally appropriate strategies for challenging, nurturing, and communicating with their adolescent children and interacting effectively with the educators who are committed to their learning and growth. Written by some of America’s most accomplished teachers, this book is a must-read for all seeking to understand how best to encourage their kids to survive and thrive in and out of the classroom.”—Scott DiMauro, President, Ohio Education Association
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10th Grade Ready is a must read for parents, caregivers, and families looking for practical and sound advice as they navigate a very important transition for rising 9th graders and 10th graders. Parents will learn constructive ways to support their students through more effective communication with schools and will be better equipped to advocate for their child. As a high school principal with 33 years of experience, I will definitely recommend this book to our families.”—Paul Waller, PhD, High School Principal
Your child has gotten through their first year of high school, congratulations! If you’re wondering what comes next, you’ll find loads of information in
10th Grade Ready useful to you and your student. Each contributor to
10th Grade Ready is a current or former 10th grade teacher who has worked extensively with parents and families of students.
10th Grade Ready includes:
- How 10th grade differs from 9th and moving through preparing for 11th grade.
- Expert advice on a wide range of topics, from academic expectations to emotional and social development.
- Practical suggestions and relatable anecdotes.
- Conversation starters for you and your high schooler to open new lines of communication that can continue throughout the school year.
- Effective strategies to balance guidance and support with encouraging self-reliance, helping parents strike the right balance.
Contributors have all been
Teachers of the Year, finalists in their state, or otherwise recognized on the state level for their abilities in the classroom. Tenth grade is a transitional year for your teen.
10th Grade Ready is edited by Timothy M. Dove, an educator for 42 years who was the Ohio State Teacher of the Year in 2011 and 2012. Dove was a middle school teacher for 32 years and helped develop a new Global Scholars Program Center.
Contributors include:
David A. Echols, JD, MEd-EDL
Mandy Manning, 2018 National and Washington State Teacher of the Year
Stacey Donaldson, PhD, NBCT, 2010 Mississippi State Teacher of the Year
David Bosso, 2012 Connecticut State Teacher of the Year
Al Rabanera, Algebra Teacher, California
Chris Grouzes, 2023 Pennsylvania National and State Teacher of the Year Finalist
Heidi Crumrine, 2018 New Hampshire State Teacher of the Year
La-Shanda West, EdS, Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Renee Jones, 2023 Nebraska State Teacher of the Year
Brian Skinner, 2023 Kansas State Teacher of the Year
Charlie McAdoo II, EdD, Georgia
Jada Reeves, 2019 West Virginia State Teacher of the Year
Sara Skretta, EdD, PHR
Sheena Graham, 2019 Connecticut State Teacher of the Year
Amybeth Taylor, English Teacher, New Hampshire
10th Grade Ready is one of a series of guides published by Parent Ready. Parent Ready’s guides help parents navigate the milestones, challenges, and passions of their adolescent and young adult kids. More at https://parentready.com.Timothy M. Dove, an educator for 42 years, was the Ohio State Teacher of the Year in 2011 and 2012. Dove was a middle school teacher for 32 years and helped develop a new Global Scholars Program. He taught high schoolers for three years, was an adjunct professor at The Ohio State University for 20 years, and for the past decade has worked with national and state education agencies supporting educators and students in a variety of ways. He has been a consultant with Battelle for Kids in Hong Kong, Learning Forward, the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), and the Collaboration for Effective Educator Development, Accountability, and Reform (CEEDAR) Center.
