An op-ed article by Michael Thompson, originally written for the Boston Globe was republished in the New York Times on January 3, 2006. The article covers sensitive issues that parents of teenagers face. (more…)
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International Confederation of Principals
The 2005 Convention of the International Confederation of Principals was held in Cape Town, South Africa, on 10-14 July. It was attended by almost 2000 school leaders from over 35 countries.
Making the Most of Parent-Teacher Conferences: Eight Steps to Success for Parents
Michael Thompson’s writing titled “Making the Most of Parent-Teacher Conferences: Eight Steps to Success for Parents” appeared as a "sidebar" for the Time Magazine cover article, “Why Teachers Hate Parents.” (more…)
Making of Raising Cain
Raising Cain: Boys in Focus, provides answers, insights, ideas, and hope was produced in 2004. The documentary is a production of Powderhouse and Michael Thompson, Ph.D., in association with Oregon Public Broadcasting.
Adopting a Life
Michael Thompson delivered the commencement speech titled, “Adopting a Life” at Cushing Academy in Ashburnham, Massachusetts to graduates in June 2004. (more…)
