End of School Year: The Parent Survival Guide (With Extra Spirit Days) Guest Amber Dobson EP: 136

It’s that magical time of year again—when school calendars explode, Spirit Week blends into chaos, and parents everywhere are just attempting to survive until summer break. In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Framing New Heights, Michael Hicks sits down with guest co-host Amber Dobson to unpack the full-on end-of-school-year madness that every parent knows all too well.

From pajama day confusion to field trip overload and the pressure to “show up” for everything, we’re diving into the messy, funny, and very real side of parenting during May’s emotional rollercoaster. Expect relatable rants, real talk on parental guilt, a few comedy bits, and even a fake ad that might make you spit out your coffee.

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or just attempting to figure out if it’s crazy hat day or crazy hair day—this one’s for you. You’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and a little more ready to finish the school year strong (or at least finish it intact).

🛑 Normalize the chaos. ✅ Laugh through the stress. 💬 Let go of the guilt.

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