Make Back To School a Success
Follow these tips to start the year off on the right foot.
Make a plan
Ask the following questions about your child's academic life — take stock of the following to chart a course for academic success.
- Where is your child now?
- Where could he be?
- What is needed to get there?
Take a tip from scouting: Be prepared!
Homework haven
- Set up a study stadium.
- Set up a time for homework.
- Set up a process for staying on top and checking in each day.
Organization
It's been said before, so it must be true — neatness counts! Your child should:
- keep schoolbags tidy,
- take good notes,
- and use an agenda.
It's that easy.
Communication
A little oral communication, a quick chat, is a great way to stay up-to-date on student's progress. Check in with the teacher each week and ask a few key questions about:
- Are there any areas that need attention?
- What should be celebrated this week?
- What are the up-coming projects and tests?
Go to the Source!
Talk with your child each week about school goals, successes and next steps, so you'll never be out of the loop.
