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    Braving Middle School Like a Boss

    Aug 25 2023
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    Braving Middle School Like a Boss

    Date: Aug 25, 2023

    Guests: Jonathan Catherman, Reed Catherman, Cole Catherman

    Best-selling author Jonathan Catherman and his teen sons, Reed and Cole, offer encouragement to parents and kids who are worried about leaving behind the familiarity of elementary school to transition to middle school. Our guests cover topics that include bullies, relationship drama, communication with parents, and much more.

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