1) Be positive and supportive.
2) If your student says,
"I can't ...." say, "Yes, you can!"
"I did it in class ...." Look to verify homework completion.
"We didn't do anything today ...." check the class site for lessons and due dates.
3) Check grades on Pogb.
4) Help with homework in the following ways:
*Listen as your child verbalizes the day's lesson *Help your child achieve a positive attitude *Don't hesitiate to email me with concerns *Possibly a student/professional tutor would help *Provide a supervised, quiet, no distractions, area for homework *Provide a healthy snack... and physical fun 10 minute break *Encourage Study Buddy get-togethers, using the phone, computer or providing transportion *Utilize the online help provided in the link section of this website
5) Remind your child that their education IS their FIRST job.
6) Remember, that attendance is key to success.
7) If your child is having difficultly in class....ASK:
*Have you been taking notes in class? May I see them? *Have you been studying those notes and problems to prepare for quizzes and tests? *Have you been studying by actually doing some problems? *Can I help
you organize your notebook, and keep it that way, so that you can find things? *Do you have a study buddy? When and where do you get together? *Do you do your homework? *Have you asked questions? *Have you used online help by using some of the links? *Have you gone in for extra help? *Are you getting enough sleep? *Would a personal tutor help? |
