“How can I help my child do better in school this year?”

• Communicate effectively with your child’s teacher to address any issues or to advise the teacher of any challenges that your child faces outside the classroom
• Keep informed
• Stay positive
• Be pro-active when you have questions or concerns

How to Help Your Child with Homework

• Communicate
• Set Realistic Goals
• Establish a Routine
• Help Your Child Get Organized
• Never do your child’s homework!
• Expect and praise progress and effort
• Focus and build on your child’s strengths

Questions to Ask at A School Conference

• What are my child’s strengths and weaknesses?
• How are my child’s work habits?
• What areas should my child focus on for improvement?
• Could we examine an assignment my child has completed with the rubric for assessment?
• What subjects does my child enjoy most?
• How does my child get along with the other students?
• Are there any issues of which I should be aware?
• How can I assist my child at home?

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