how can help your child succeed in middle school?
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How can
helpyour child succeed in middle school?
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• getting to school • getting around in school
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Keeping up with the school day• choosing courses
• schedule for the day
• lockers
• after-school activities
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• school rules
• respect for diversity
School safety
• getting to and from school
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Study time
• Use an assignment book.
• Provide a space for homework.
• Make a designated study time.
• Set realistic rules.
• Show respect for studying.
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Managing big projects
• Break it down.
• Plan the work.
• Stay on schedule.
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Plan for success.
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Your child still needs you
to be involved at school.• Stay in contact with
school staff.
• Attend events.
• Volunteer.
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Team up with teachers!• Regular contact – email
• School website
• Two-way communication
• Infinite Campus
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Older children still need rules.
• Set age-appropriate rules.
• Get your child involved.
• Follow through.
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Good friends are allies
on your child’s side.• Think about what
makes a good friend.
• Build friendships on common values and interests.
• Make time for friends.
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• smoking
• skipping school
When the pressure’s on
• sex
• alcohol and other drugs
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Talking tips• Ask questions.
• Listen more than you talk.
• Focus on the positive.
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In Summary…• “Can you help me find my locker?”
• “Who should I ask for help?”
• “I can’t find my assignment?”
• “What are my talents and hobbies?”
• “Can you email my teacher?”
• “Why can’t I go to her house?”
• “Mom, can I talk to you?”