Category: Students Wellbeing

At King’s-Edgehill School, Millie and Harvey are more than just pets—they’re part of the Buckle House family. From easing homesickness to helping students open up, these two labs have transformed dorm life in ways no one expected. Read how houseparents Erin and Brayden Lachance found furry friends to be the secret to building connections and creating a true home away from home. Click the link to read Morgan Wirtanen’s full story about these pawsitively heartwarming pups!

At Avon Old Farms, dorm life is designed to help boys thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Through structure, compassion, attention, and presence, students feel supported and equipped for success, fostering a sense of belonging and preparing them for future challenges.

Morgan Wirtanen, Dorm Parent at King’s-Edgehill School, shares how Reach technology streamlines everything from morning check-ins to late-night duty reports, allowing houseparents to focus on what matters most: their students. A Day in the Life of a Houseparent: How Reach Makes It All Easier.

The 2024 Student Voice Report by Challenge Success shows high school students get only 6.6 hours of sleep per night. This sleep deficit impacts their stress, well-being, and performance. Schools must promote healthier sleep habits and rethink schedules.

A heartfelt letter from a parent to their child's dorm parent highlights the deep trust and anxieties involved in boarding school life. It's a powerful reminder of the impact dorm parents have—worth reading!

Andrew Fuller and Skodel's analysis on student readiness reveals three main inhibiting factors: high pressure from self and family, concentration issues, and lack of classroom connection. Addressing anxiety, digital habits, and fostering social networks are key to improving learning readiness.