Is Your Son Struggling In School? Why Single-Sex Education Might Be The Solution
Fri Feb 06 2026
Is an all-boys school the right environment for your son? If you’ve noticed your son disengaging, acting out, or struggling to sit still in a traditional classroom, it might not be him, it might be the environment.
In this episode of Raising Sons, Dr. Richelle Whittaker, educational psychologist, parenting strategist, and boy mom breaks down the science of how boys learn. We explore why single-sex education is a powerful solution for many families and how it addresses the unique way boys develop, communicate, and grow.
This isn’t about "one size fits all" education; it’s about research-backed insights into the male brain and academic engagement. If you are a mom raising sons and questioning if his current school is a good fit, this conversation is for you.
Key Insights You’ll Learn Today:
The "Freedom to Be": Why boys drop the social mask in all-boys environments.Developing a Voice: How single-sex schools build deep confidence in young men.The Power of Male Educators: Why having male role models changes how a boy's behavior is interpreted.Kinesthetic Learning: Why movement-based and project-based learning is essential for active boys.The Research: What the data actually says about boys' school engagement and success rates.This episode is a must-watch if:
You are a Boy Mom exploring alternatives to traditional co-ed education.Your son is shutting down or "acting out" in his current classroom.You want professional guidance on school choice without the guilt or pressure.GAIN CLARITY ON YOUR SON'S JOURNEYIf you’re unsure whether your son’s school environment aligns with who he is and how he learns, let's talk. Book a Parent Roadmap Session here: https://www.richellewhittaker.com/workwithme
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Resources:
Strong Men Start Here – Dr. Richelle’s book for moms raising sonsBoy Mom Nation – Join the community for support and strategiesNew YouVersion Devotional
Connect with Dr. Richelle:
Instagram: @dr_richelle
LinkedIn: Dr. Richelle Whittaker
Website: www.richellewhittaker.com/podcast
Follow the movement: #RaisingSons #BoyMomNation #StrongMenStartHere #DrRichelleWhittaker
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Is an all-boys school the right environment for your son? If you’ve noticed your son disengaging, acting out, or struggling to sit still in a traditional classroom, it might not be him, it might be the environment. In this episode of Raising Sons, Dr. Richelle Whittaker, educational psychologist, parenting strategist, and boy mom breaks down the science of how boys learn. We explore why single-sex education is a powerful solution for many families and how it addresses the unique way boys develop, communicate, and grow. This isn’t about "one size fits all" education; it’s about research-backed insights into the male brain and academic engagement. If you are a mom raising sons and questioning if his current school is a good fit, this conversation is for you. Key Insights You’ll Learn Today: The "Freedom to Be": Why boys drop the social mask in all-boys environments.Developing a Voice: How single-sex schools build deep confidence in young men.The Power of Male Educators: Why having male role models changes how a boy's behavior is interpreted.Kinesthetic Learning: Why movement-based and project-based learning is essential for active boys.The Research: What the data actually says about boys' school engagement and success rates.This episode is a must-watch if: You are a Boy Mom exploring alternatives to traditional co-ed education.Your son is shutting down or "acting out" in his current classroom.You want professional guidance on school choice without the guilt or pressure.GAIN CLARITY ON YOUR SON'S JOURNEYIf you’re unsure whether your son’s school environment aligns with who he is and how he learns, let's talk. Book a Parent Roadmap Session here: https://www.richellewhittaker.com/workwithme Subscribe to the newsletter for exclusive tips and updates: http://bit.ly/3F3VpqA Resources: Strong Men Start Here – Dr. Richelle’s book for moms raising sonsBoy Mom Nation – Join the community for support and strategiesNew YouVersion Devotional Connect with Dr. Richelle: Instagram: @dr_richelle LinkedIn: Dr. Richelle Whittaker Website: www.richellewhittaker.com/podcast Follow the movement: #RaisingSons #BoyMomNation #StrongMenStartHere #DrRichelleWhittaker