1. Go to Meet and Greet/Orientation and Open House.
2. Stock up on school supplies while they're cheap.
3. Agree on a quiet study place..
4. Establish an after school routine.
5. Contact teachers to let them know you're interested..
6. Put on leave in conditioner before going to the beach.
to help your teen
startthe school
year off right
Work out a routine that
your child will follow when
they gets home from school. Give them some time to relax and have a snack when she first gets home. Kids need to decompress from the day just like you. Have them start homework at a specific time. Allow your child to have breaks if they have lots of work or have difficulty staying focused.
Shoot an email to your
child's teachers after the first
few weeks of school letting them know they can contact you for any reason. This will let them know you are interested in your child's success and open the door to frequent, honest communication.
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The school suppplies are out and the back to school sales are on! Here are a few tips to help your teen kick the school year off right!
All schools have an
event that is held the
week before school starts where you can meet teachers, tour the school and get information. This is a great opportunity to get acclimated to the school, and find out about policies, procedures and programs. Schools also hold an Open House later in the year where you can learn more about specific classes and programs your child is involved in.
The best time to buy school supplies is at the start of
school when they're dirt cheap. Twenty-five cent paper and ten cent packs of pencils - you won't see those prices again! So, stock up on paper, pencils and other supplies your kids will need throughout the year..
Talk with your child and agree
on a quiet place where they
will study. For some kids their
room is best, but for others it has too many distractions (TV, clutter).
Wherever you choose, be sure they have access to the tools they need to complete assignments (school supplies and possibly a computer).