Tag: Parenting

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Some questionable parenting interventions that may or may not work for you.

Gary Dickson

The author reflects on childhood experiences of misbehavior and parental interventions. Observing a neighbor’s chaotic parenting, they recall their mother’s exaggerated threats about flying away and the fear it instilled in them. They share humorous anecdotes about inventive parenting tactics, emphasizing the importance of expressing discipline without causing fear. Continue reading Some questionable parenting interventions that may or may not work for you.

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‘Big gray area’: SD authorities fear alternative instruction means ‘no-schooling’ for some students

Gary Dickson

In South Dakota, changes to education laws since 2021 have reduced oversight of alternative instruction, impacting truancy reporting and concerns about potential educational neglect. Critics argue these laws make it difficult to ensure quality education for students outside public schools, leading to fears of children remaining uneducated or falling victim to abuse. Continue reading ‘Big gray area’: SD authorities fear alternative instruction means ‘no-schooling’ for some students

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The unsaid words that matter most in Noem’s feud with tribes

Gary Dickson

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces challenges in her relationship with Native American tribes. The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe’s ban on her entry to tribal lands prompted reflection on her rhetoric and actions. Noem’s comments about tribal leadership and drug cartels were criticized and an apology is seen as a potential path to reconciliation and improved relations. Continue reading The unsaid words that matter most in Noem’s feud with tribes