The Connection-October 2008

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In This Issue
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A Note from Donna
Feature Article: Tackling the Second Quarter from the Start!
Important Announcements
Q & A
Subscriber Feedback

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A Note from Donna
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OK--so the first quarter is just about over. How are your kids doing? I know mine are doing well in some subjects and struggling with others. This is a great time to reinforce some practices that may have fallen by the wayside in the midst of sports, friends, and extra-curricular activities. We can encourage our kids by letting them know that the second quarter can be better than the first. Here are 3 tips to help our kids tackle the challenges they face and raise the bar in the second quarter.

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Feature Article
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3 Tips to Tackle the Second Quarter from the Start!

1. Identify the problem. Though this may seem simple enough, it may not be as easy to identify the true root of our kids academic challenges. They may be struggling with motivation that we interpret for laziness. They may be dealing with peer issues and feeling pressured all day. And they may truly be struggling with comprehension issues. Be a Sherlock and find out.

2. Help them decide on an action plan. Once you know the real deal is then you have to 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 friends or they need help getting organized. Whatever the case may be, we as parents can do more than just help with tonight's homework; we can help set in motion strategies they will use in school and in life.

3. Monitor progress. It's not enough to just get the ball rolling and walk away. This is the time to check the school homework site, be in touch with teachers and counselors, and be vigilant about helping your child stay on top of the school work brought home everyday.

Our role is a constant and committed one. Let's applaud their effort as they rise up and do what they should and them when they start to go off course and by doing so we will help them as they journey through the next quarter and the rest of their school year.

(c) Donna Duffy

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Important Announcements
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TACKLE the Second Quarter NOW! Don't let the second quarter start with the first quarter's academic challenges. Let us help you take action by setting up Fall tutoring between now and Thanksgiving. Stay in the game and call us TODAY at 302-383-4325 to learn more.

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Q & A
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Are there interactive games and activities that my child can play during the week that will enhance learning and help with challenging concepts?

The list is endless and just an internet search away. To get started right away, check out our parents' resource page: http://www.academicconnectionstutoring.com/resourcesp.php

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Subscriber Feedback
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