The Millstone Times August 2019

KIDS & CAMP

10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in School By Mia Ingui Parents undoubtedly play a huge role in the success of their child in school. It is with their support and motivation that a child can fly high once class- es begin, so here are 10 ways to help your child be their best in school. 1. Take an interest. Your kids will feel more comfortable talking to you about school if they know that you want to know about what they are do- ing and learning. 2. Get to know their teachers and their school life. If you are familiar with the environment that they are in every day, you’ll be equipped to help them if they need. 3. Support completion of homework/studying. Keeping on top of your child’s homework assignments and upcoming tests and projects will keep them on the right track. Also, if you are able to, offer to help. Although kids think they know everything, sometimes they get stumped, and could use a helping hand. 4. Keep them on a healthy schedule. Make sure they get enough sleep and eat a good breakfast. 5. Help them get and keep themselves organized. 6. Get involved. Volunteering at your child’s school is a great way to show your interest in their education! 7. Attend any parent-teacher conferences to check the progress of your child. 7. Help to teach them good study skills. 8. Enforce the importance of good attendance. 9. Support all of their academic decisions, and make the time to discuss school often. 10. Support all of their academic decisions, and make the time to discuss school often.

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