I was a sophomore in college and had transferred from one school to another with a 3.25 GPA. Obviously, I had the stuff when it came to studying and succeeding. Or so I thought. I’m sad to report that within one semester, I was bounced out of that new school with a whopping 1.25 GPA. [...]
Here’s the last tip in our series. Just to review: Tip 1. Identify the problem Tip 2. Help them decide on an action plan Tip 3. Be their compass Tip 4. Come up for air Tip 5. Reward their efforts Our role is a constant and committed one. [...]
Tip 4–Come up for air When grades and school become a focal point, we can tend to get tunnel vision and only see our children in their role as students. We need to relax a bit and remember that by developing them as well-rounded individuals we help to make them better students as well. [...]
Tip 3–Be their compass As we continue looking at tackling our kids academic challenges, we know that it’s not enough to just get the ball rolling and walk away. This is the time to monitor progress by checking the school homework site, staying in touch with teachers and counselors, and remaining vigilant about helping [...]
Tip #2 – Help them decide on an action plan. Once you know what the real deal is, you can then help them develop a plan and strategy to cope with their issues. Perhaps they need to stay after school or get a tutor. Maybe they need to hang with a different circle of [...]
The school is starting to wind down and in a few months students will begin their summer break. Your child may have had a shaky foundation through the school year. Though you may have done all the right stuff and put all the tools in place for success, your child may still be facing academic [...]
