Senior School Book Club 2026—The Five Principles of Parenting

Our third annual Parent Book Club for grades 8-12 parents begins after Spring Break! We invite you to join us for four morning sessions in the Senior School Library Learning Commons on the following dates: 

To register, RSVP here.

In a world where many teens feel intense pressure to perform—academically, athletically, and socially—The Five Principles of Parenting by Aliza Pressman offers a practical, research-based framework for raising resilient, emotionally healthy young people while maintaining strong parent-child relationships. Drawing on decades of developmental science, Pressman distills parenting down to five core principles: relationship, reflection, regulation, rules, and repair. These principles help families navigate everything from everyday conflicts to big emotional moments. Practical, compassionate, and realistic for busy families, the book focuses less on “perfect parenting” and more on building strong connections and skills that support children’s well-being over time.

We will be discussing chapters 1-4 in our first meeting. Coffee, tea, and fresh pastries will be served and we will start each session with a short summary of the chapters, so we strongly encourage you to join us even if you have not read the book. We look forward to meaningful conversations about the book and our personal experiences with teenagers.