Vernon--Ann S. (Education Faculty)

Displaying 101 - 147 of 147 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
101 Bedtime can mean power struggles unless parents set specific rules
Public Relations News Release 1989:527, p.1
Professor Ann Vernon works with parents to set appropriate rules and routines regarding their children's sleep schedule. She believes that children with flimsy sleep schedules may suffer in school and be more likely to misbehave.
102 How to help your child cope with change
Public Relations News Release 1989:439, p.1
Professor Ann Vernon offers strategies to help parents aid their children in the difficulties they face in times of change. Vernon states that children have a tendency to believe that situations are far worse than they actually are.
103 Bedtime for Bonzo--how to get the kids to hit the sack
Public Relations News Release 1989:470, p.1
Professor Ann Vernon discusses power struggles between parents and children and their origins in bedtime arguments.
104 Coping with changes- it's not easy if you're a kid.
Public Relations News Release 1989:427, p.1
Ann Vernon says often times if the parents handle a change such as moving well, so will the child. It's important to let teachers and school counselors know of any changes that may be taking place in your child's life, so they can be aware of problems.
105 Counselors guide more than careers
Northern Iowan 86:36, p.14
Ann Vernon talks about the work of a school guidance counselor.
106 Helping children identify their personal values is crucial element of education.
Public Relations News Release 1989:381, p.1
Teachers should help their students identify and clarify their own value systems so that they can make responsible choices in life. Teacher should not push their own value system onto their students.
107 School guidance counselors- helping students through the good and bad.
Public Relations News Release 1989:372, p.1
Counselors are now responsible for helping students cope with major problems such as drugs and alcohol, family problems, or academic difficulties.
108 Role of school counselors changing as needs of students change, says University of Northern Iowa professor
Public Relations News Release 1989:367, p.1
Professor Ann Vernon explains the expanding role of the school counselor, whose responsibilities include counseling services for substance abuse, relationships, and academics.
109 Teaching values to children--a guide for parents
Public Relations News Release 1989:347, p.1
Professor Ann Vernon explains the need for quality role models in children's lives.
110 Whether you love 'em or hate 'em, 'tis the season to around 'em.
Public Relations News Release 1989:300, p.1
Ann Vernon says the holidays are often a tough time for families who don't get along, but adds that there are some tips to make family get together go more smoothly.
111 Getting the most out of parent-teacher conferences.
Public Relations News Release 1989:207, p.1
Ann Vernon says parent teacher conferences are important opportunities for parents to ask questions. Vernon gives questions to ask your child's teacher.
112 Making the most of parent-teacher conferences--expert advice.
Public Relations News Release 1989:203, p.1
Ann Vernon, says all parents should attend a conference and build a working relationship with teachers. Conference have a positive effect on children's education, and help parents understand where the students' strengths and weaknesses lie.
113 Department of Educational Administration and Counseling
Northern Iowan 86:13, p.6
Will sponsor brown bag lunch series.
114 Volumes published to help kids cope
Northern Iowan 86:7, p.3
Professor Vernon talks about her work on emotion education.
115 Dealing with tough situations, it's not easy being a kid.
Public Relations News Release 1989:66, p.1
Ann Vernon wrote a new mental health curriculum to help students cope with feelings and attitudes. She says self esteem plays a large part in helping kids cope with school, peer pressure, stress and their emotions.
116 University of Northern Iowa professor publishes emotional curriculum.
Public Relations News Release 1989:45, p.1
"Thinking, Feeling, Behaving: An Emotional Education Curriculum" is a two-volume collection of games, activities, role plays, and brainstorming sessions for children and adolescents.
117 Latch-key kid update -- is it O.K. to leave the kids home alone?
Public Relations News Release 1989:26, p.1
Ann Vernon says kids should be comfortable about staying home alone, and if not arrangements for care should be made. She says recent studies show latch-key kids aren't as maladjusted as people once though they would be.
118 "Latch-key kids" can develop into self reliant adults, says University of Northern Iowa professor.
Public Relations News Release 1989:34, p.1
Ann Vernon says kids should be comfortable about staying home alone, and if not arrangements for care should be made. She says recent studies show latch-key kids aren't as maladjusted as people once though they would be.
119 University of Northern Iowa to host conference on 'Students at Risk.'
Public Relations News Release 1988:368, p.1
The purpose for the conference is to meet the needs of students placed at risk. Dorothy Jenkins will discuss strategies that can be used by school officials in helping deal with the problems they are facing.
120 Answering the question: What did you learn in school today?
Public Relations News Release 1988:303, p.1
Parents shouldn't be concerned if the answer is "nothing." Ann Vernon says there are ways to get kid s to talk about their school day. It's a good idea for parents to make school visits, and talk with teachers about class activities.
121 Class bullies-- a special problem and challenge for teachers and parents.
Public Relations News Release 1988:294, p.1
Ann Vernon says most kids who are bullies need some type of counseling in order to get to the root of the behavioral problem. Bullies may not be all to blame and gives parents advice on how to deal with children who are victims of bullies.
122 Radio/TV Tips
Public Relations News Release 1988:292, p.1
Ann Vernon say that the school counselor's role is expanding as more emphasis is being placed on helping students deal with the many issuesfacing them such as problems in the family, drugs, sex and alcohol.
123 School counselors-- helping kids deal with complex problems.
Public Relations News Release 1988:283, p.1
Ann Vernon says role of school counselors has changed, counselors now deal with problems that were unheard of ten years ago.
124 School guidance counselors are doing more than just analyzing teast and giving advice say University of Northern Iowa professor.
Public Relations News Release 1988:284, p.1
Ann Vernon says, more emphasis is being placed on helping students deal with problems they are facing. No longer is it the counselor's job to only give advice on where to go to college and interpret test scores.
125 Thinking, feeling, behaving- growing up isn't easy.
Public Relations News Release 1988:241, p.1
New program required for Iowa School students beginning this fall, is aimed at helping them cope with emotional problems. Ann Vernon says units on drugs and alcohol, family break-ups, and information on how to deal with emotion problems will be addressed.
126 Drugs for hyperactive children-- necessary for learning? Sometimes yes.
Public Relations News Release 1988:186, p.1
Ann Vernon says in most cases the drugs are needed for children who have problems because of hyperactivity. Drugs such as Ritalin are often used because other methods are not effective.
127 While you're at work, the kids are home alone. Is that O.K.?
Public Relations News Release 1988:140, p.1
Ann Vernon says she has believed all along that lactchkey children aren't as maladjusted as some research has stated. There are guidelines parents need to keep in mind before leaving their children alone.
128 Pressure on the kids? Parents could be the source.
Public Relations News Release 1988:21, p.1
Children are subject to stress as well. Ann Vernon says a lot of children's pressures come from them sensing that they must succeed to please mom and dad. Kids may feel they must meet high expectations.
129 Vacations more stressful than everyday life?
Public Relations News Release 1988:493, p.1
Ann Vernon states that vacations need to be planned and prepared for properly.
130 Stress now seeping into young children's lives too
Public Relations News Release 1987:313, p.1
Professor Ann Vernon explains the new stresses facing elementary aged children.
131 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:178, p.1
Ivan Eland offers winter survival tips. Ann Vernon gives suggestions on dealing with difficult family relationships. Jonathan Lu gives a realistic depiction of the Christmas story. The Radio News Network shuts down for Christmas.
132 UNI to offer summer counseling program for children, adolescents, starting June 9
Public Relations News Release 1987:363, p.1
Children ages six through fourteen attend a five-week counseling workshop organized by Professor Ann Vernon. Counselors will help the children overcome eating disorders and depression, as well as school and family issues.
133 Elementary school counseling is bright spot in job market; UNI's programs expand
Public Relations News Release 1986:191, p.1
Greater emphasis on counseling programs by the Board of Education has caused an expansion of the school counseling master's degree program. Changes to the program include higher requirements, and a greater emphasis on job experience.
134 Workshop to help students cope with stress and change to be offered by UNI
Public Relations News Release 1986:187, p.1
A workshop on stress management, effective discipline, and active listening for K-12 teachers was held at Montezuma High School. The workshop was instructed by three professors, and sponsored by the Office of Continuing Education and Special Programs.
135 Causes of stress are pinpointed
Northern Iowan 83:19, p.12
Ann Vernon talks about ways of dealing with stress.
136 Leadership learnshops help students manage stress, time
Northern Iowan 83:15, p.6
Campus leaders will lead sessions.
137 Regents approve professional development leaves for 20 UNI faculty
Public Relations News Release 1986:203, p.1
Leaves were approved for the 1986-1987 school year; six leaves are for the fall, eight for the spring and six for the entire year; list of those taking a leave.
138 Plan theater symposia
Northern Iowan 80:41, p.11
Discussions scheduled in association with "Uncommon Women and Others".
139 Grants received, requested
Northern Iowan 80:15, p.7
Brief description of recent grants.
140 Individual Studies courses
Northern Iowan 78:24, p.5
Four seminars will be offered in spring.
141 Family systems conference to be at UNI January 23
Public Relations News Release 1980:280, p.1
UNI will host a conference on the changes, choices, and challenges the American family is facing.
142 Members elected to Women's Center
Northern Iowan 74:29, p.9
Four returning and six new women were elected to the board for the Cedar Falls-Waterloo Women's Center.
143 Women in Business
Northern Iowan 74:22, p.8
Ann Vernon will speak.
144 Assert yourself
Northern Iowan 74:4, p.6
Ann Vernon talks about the assertiveness course that she teaches.
145 Vernon assertive
Northern Iowan 73:8, p.4
Ann Vernon will lead a workshop on assertiveness training for women.
146 UNI faculty at convention
Northern Iowan 71:14, p.5
List of faculty and staff who will be involved in the meeting.
147 Alternative studies--self-motivation
Northern Iowan 70:18, p.1
Professor Amend talks extensively about the Individual Studies Program and about the courses offered.