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Kennedy: Summer is a great time for parents to hit reset with their teenagers

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OK, parents. It’s time for some straight talk.

If you and your teen butted heads all year about their schoolwork, summer is a great time to hit reset. Sure, the Riverbend Festival is probably on their agenda for the next few days, but summer’s relaxing rhythms bring a chance to reflect on school-year stresses.

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Maybe your kids’ grades weren’t up to standards or their work ethic left plenty to be desired. Or maybe you were so demanding you drove your children nuts.

Whatever the difficulty, take a deep breath and consider a few tips from a pro.