Tips+for+Success

Tips for Students

• Use an Agenda planner to help you keep track of all your assignments and responsibilities.

• Be organized. Write your name, date, and hour on your notes and assignments in case unthinkable happens and your items escape your folder; you will be able to get them back.

• Manage your time. Figure out what needs to be done now, what’s due tomorrow and what is due later to avoid scrambling to meet deadlines. • ASK questions if you’re unsure about what’s being asked of you or if you don’t understand the lesson. Learn to take care of yourself.
 * Keep up on your assignments.

• Look for an academic role model. They are important. It's someone who is organized and can help you by example.

• Have good friends who will give you the right information if you’re away from class.

• Get to know your teachers and their expectations.

Tips for Parents

Please make sure to check your child’s Agenda planner and help them to keep on top of their assignments. *Student’s are responsible for recording their assignments each day in their agenda. *This is an important tool that your child’s teachers will use to communicate with you.


 * In addition, Henderson and Berla (1994) describe the following ways that parents can help their children do well in school:
 * **Establishing a daily family routine. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Providing time and a quiet place to study.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Assigning responsibility for household chores.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Being firm about times to get up and go to bed.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Having dinner together.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Monitoring out-of-school activities. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Setting limits on TV watching.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Checking up on children when parents are not home.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Arranging for after-school activities and supervised care.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Modeling the value of learning, self-discipline, and hard work. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Communicating through questioning and conversation.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Demonstrating that achievement comes from working hard.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Using reference materials and the library.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Expressing high but realistic expectations for achievement. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Setting goals and standards that are appropriate for children's ages and maturity.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Recognizing and encouraging special talents.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Informing friends and family about successes.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Encouraging children's development and progress in school. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Maintaining a warm and supportive home.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Showing interest in children's progress at school.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Helping with homework.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Discussing the value of a good education and possible career options.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Staying in touch with teachers and school staff.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Reading, writing, and discussions among family members: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Reading, listening to children read, and talking about what is being read.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Discussing the day over dinner.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Telling stories and sharing problems.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Writing letters, lists, and messages.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Using community resources for family needs: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Enrolling in sports programs or lessons.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Introducing children to role models and mentors.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 19px;">Using community services.

<span style="display: block; font-family: 'comic sans ms',cursive; font-size: 24px; text-align: center;">**Helpful Articles and Sites for Parents**


 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 150%;">How Parents Can Help Their Kids Be Successful In School
 * <span style="display: block; font-family: 'comic sans ms',cursive; font-size: 19px;">www.schoolfamily.com