Tips for teens: How to have a good high school year

This is a program for teens in grades 8 to 10.

Feeling overwhelmed by high school? You're not alone. Whether you're in grade 8 adjusting to multiple teachers and subjects, in grade 9 finding that things aren't going as planned, or in grade 10 feeling the pressure of grades that really count, it can be tough.

Explore how to:

• Develop an effective homework routine;
• Master essential study skills;
• Build positive relationships with teachers;
• Manage your time wisely;
• Cope with stress and anxiety;
• Set and achieve your personal and academic goals.

This hands-on workshop is a starting point — we’ll work together to find strategies that help you feel more in control. Sign up for the workshop and get back on track this school year!

Meet Neesha Blajberg 

Neesha Blajberg brings over 28 years of experience as a high school educator and certified life coach, specializing in helping teens and their parents navigate the challenges of high school.
Her expertise includes:

• Acceptance and Commitment Coaching (ACC);
• Mindfulness for teens;
• Self-compassion and values work;
• Supporting neurodivergent students and students with disabilities.

As a parent of two teens, Neesha understands the unique challenges families face. Her goal is to provide practical strategies and compassionate guidance to help both parents and their teens successfully navigate the high school experience. Through her workshops, Neesha offers valuable insights and tools tailored to each family’s needs, aiming to create a positive and empowering high school journey for students.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Special Education from UBC, as well as a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Teaching from McGill University. To learn more about Neesha’s qualifications, please visit neeshabcoaching.com.