Research & Resources
Curated evidence, research summaries, and practical frameworks organized for educational decision-makers and families.
For School Leaders & Administrators
Empirical data from international benchmarks and developmental science documenting the direct correlation between home environment and student achievement, attendance, and regulation.
Academic Achievement & Home Interaction
Students whose families regularly shared meals and discussed school days scored 16 to 28 points higher in mathematics after controlling for socioeconomic background.
Learning Strategies & Motivation
Frequent family engagement connects directly to student critical-thinking habits, task persistence, and self-directed initiative in academic coursework.
PISA 2025: Science & Digital Well-Being
The PISA 2025 cycle places a major emphasis on "Learning in the Digital World," highlighting that parental boundaries around screen time and sleep hygiene are essential for student inquiry, scientific reasoning, and classroom attention.
ACEs and PCEs in Child Development
Positive childhood experiences (PCEs) and safe parent-child bonds buffer against childhood adversity, fostering emotional regulation in the classroom.
For Parents & Caregivers
Where does our parent content come from? All of our instructional materials and discussions are produced directly by founder Kaleesha Washington through our dedicated educational media platform and weekly podcast: Don't Screw Up Your Kids, published primarily on YouTube.
Don't Screw Up Your Kids Podcast
Hosted by founder Kaleesha Washington, our podcast delivers honest, research-grounded parenting advice designed to help families navigate boundaries, adolescent development, emotional co-regulation, and school success without yelling or burnout.
Channel Highlights
- Weekly video episodes & expert interviews
- Actionable frameworks for ages 8 to 17
- Real Q&A answering difficult home dilemmas
- Free public access anytime, anywhere
Positive Boundaries Without Battles
Learn how to set non-negotiable expectations around screen time, bedtime, and chores calmly and consistently without turning every evening into a power struggle.
Explore on YouTubeCo-Regulation with Teenagers
Strategies for remaining calm during heated moments to help adolescent nervous systems de-escalate, maintaining connection during high-stress high school years.
Explore on YouTubeMorning Rhythms & Attendance
How family morning routines and proactive evening agreements eliminate chaotic drop-offs and prevent unexcused chronic absenteeism.
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