Competency-Specific Guidance for Families

Click on each school level to learn several ways to help your child build skills.

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Overview: Teaching Your Child the Skills That Matter

Why do some students flourish in school, college, and careers while others do not? As families, how can we help our children succeed?

Education and business leaders say that intrapersonal (internal), interpersonal (social), and cognitive (academic) skills are all equally important for success in school and in life. The 26 competencies on the wheel are skills people use daily to reach their goals, complete tasks, and interact with each other.

To develop college and career competencies, children need to practice these skills at home, in the community, and at school. To support your child in learning intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, focus on four foundational competencies: Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Self-Efficacy, and Self-Regulation.

Use the links at the top of the page to learn strategies that your children can master at the primary, intermediate, and secondary levels.