There are many ideas for you to help....
1) Be positive and supportive.
2) Don't tolerate: * "I can't ...." Yes, you can! If we try something a little different.
* "I did it in class ...." Look to verify homework completion.
* "We didn't do anything today ...." I don't think so.
3) Check grades on Pogb.
4) Do help with homework: *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 outside activities should not interfere with success in school.
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?
(Please, NEVER EVER refer to math genetics.... I never could do that, so.......) |