ORIENTATION volume1 | Page 6

Actions Parents Can Take to Help Their Child Succeed in School                   “Establishing a daily family routine. Providing time and a quiet place to study. Assigning responsibility for household chores. Being firm about time to get up and go to bed. Having dinner together. Monitoring out-of-school activities Setting limits on TV watching / computer games, etc. Seeing that children are with a responsible adult when parents are not at home. Arranging for after- school activities. E.g. dance, art class or any sport. The values of self-discipline and hard work Instilling values through example and conversation. Explaining that hard work and efforts are more commendable than success. Expressing high but realistic expectations for achievement Setting goals and standards that are appropriate for the child‘s age. Recognizing and encouraging special talents of your child. Encouraging children’s development and progress in school. Maintaining a warm and supportive home. Showing interest in children