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| A Successful Student Starts at Home! |
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What do I need to know to help my student succeed? |
Fifth grade is an important transitional year; there are a number of ideas and skills that need to be mastered before the student will be ready for middle school. Together, we can ensure that all students grow!
Easy ways to help your child:
-make sure they get enough sleep (8-10 hours)
-they need to eat breakfast and have snacks for recess if they get hungry
-have a homework routine (do it right after achool or right before dinner)
-be patient when you help with homework |
How can I help with homework and studying? |
You can help your student with homework in number of ways:
1. Encourage your student to use their planner to write down imporatant due dates and special events.
2. Create a quiet time and a place for your student to do their work (NO TV, NO video games- but quiet music is ok for some people).
3. Set up a reward system for completing homework (perhaps the student could get a snack or video game play time after they finish their work).
HOMEWORK HELP IS AVAILABLE BEFORE SCHOOL DURING BREAKFAST AND AFTER SCHOOL IN THE ACHEIVE PROGRAM. PLEASE USE THESE RESOURCES IF YOU DONT UNDERSTAND YOUR HOMEWORK!
Other Tips:
If you are having trouble helping your student, look at the notes that they took during class; or, you could try setting up a "study buddy"- another student in the class who can help explain the tasks. |
Schwab Learning .org- A great parent resource for all things school-related, especially information about learning disabilities |
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How can I help my student get along with other students? |
It is helpful to know that I have very high standards for behavior and work. I expect students to follow instructions immediately, be polite and kind, and complete their work to the best of their ability.
The best advice is the old "if you don't have anyting nice to say, don't say anything at all!" |
U.S. Dept. of Education- Free Resources for Parents |
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