Does Your Child Need Tutoring?- As a parent, you know that nothing is more frustrating than not knowing what to do. It's possible that your child may need additional help that we as parents are not able to provide. A professional tutor may be the answer you have been looking for. Here are some signs that your child may need tutoring.
Easing Into Senior Slump Can Put Students In A Tight Spot This Fall- If you've noticed a distinct change in your son or daughter's academic attitude since the day that highly anticipated college acceptance letter appeared in your mailbox, you're not alone. For generations, the phrase "Senior Slump" has characterized the tendency to ease up on studying and kick back and enjoy the last few months of high school. And since most colleges and universities don't even look at last-semester grades once admissions decisions have been made, both you and your child may be tempted to believe that some "down-time" is a well-deserved reward for years of hard work.
Get Your Child Ready for a Successful School Year- For many students, going back to school is an exciting occasion — a chance to make new friends, embark on new extra-curricular activities and take on new responsibilities. For all students — including those who may have struggled through the last semester — it’s also a chance for a fresh start toward academic success. As the most important "coaches" in our children’s race to achieve, there are three key steps we can take to prepare them for the journey ahead.
Help Your Child Prepare for Big Tests- For many children, springtime leads to stress-time as new statewide tests become a barometer of success for students and schools alike. Most parents are well aware of the pressure, especially as more school districts base decisions about grade advancement and graduation on how well children measure up.
Look Beyond Test Scores to Find Out if Your Child is on Course- When your child has a stuffy nose and persistent cough, chances are your doctor will use a thermometer and stethoscope for a careful diagnosis before determining how to treat the ailment.
You should review the results of your child's next "big test" in the very same way. Instead of simply saying "congratulations" for a good grade or "study harder" because of a bad one, look beyond the score to identify specific learning problems, and take positive steps to strengthen the skills and knowledge that will help your child improve. This is particularly important in today's "high stakes" academic environment, which is defined by specific standards for what every child should achieve before being promoted to the next grade. Here's a simple checklist to help you keep track.
Making the Grade - What You Should Know- If you are unhappy with your child's report card grades, you might be happy to know that many teachers are the first to acknowledge that letter grades - whether A's of F's or somewhere in between-do not tell the whole story. Different teachers grade differently and grades can be affected almost as much by a teacher's grading style as by your child's achievements.
Mid-Year Academic Jeopardy- For many teachers, the middle of the school year has come to signify the "make or break point" for students in academic jeopardy. If first-semester grades were mediocre or poor, it's a strong indication that students lack the skills they'll need for the increasingly difficult work in the next two quarters - and for the statewide tests and other exams that will cap the school year. In an effort to ensure that more parents and families take action at this critical time, Huntington Learning Center offers the following recommendations.
Reading Between the Lines to Help Students in Trouble- From vexing mathematics problems to anxiety over a big tests, most of us remember school days that were a bit more difficult than others. But some children feel as if every day propels them further into a cycle of frustration and failure. While extra help from caring, motivated teachers can help many children regain their academic balance, others may need a program of supplemental instruction tailored to specific learning needs. Here are 10 signs that your child may need special attention from a tutor qualified to diagnose and respond to these needs.
Rejuvenate Your Child's Self-Esteem During Winter Break- For most students, December and January bring at least two weeks to relax and recharge while classes are out of session. For families, this can also be a wonderful time to reaffirm emotional connections that have a significant impact on children's success in school. Recognizing the very powerful link between high self-esteem, high aspirations and high achievement, parents should consider the following checklist of strategies to help students develop a positive mindset for the semester to come.
Summer School is Not the Only Place to Learn- If your child finished this school year with a good report card and a promotion to the next grade, summer school may be the farthest thing from your mind. This is particularly true if your local school or school district limits its summer offerings to those needing remedial work, as opposed to courses to help high achievers get ahead.
Working Parents Can Overcome Homework Hassles- With springtime just around the bend, your son or daughter may find it more difficult than ever to concentrate on homework. If so, there's a real danger of a May-June nosedive in grades and a good chance of losing out on skills and knowledge that will be needed in the coming year.
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When your child has a stuffy nose and persistent cough, chances are your doctor will use a thermometer and stethoscope for a careful diagnosis before determining how to treat the ailment.
You should review the results of your child's next "big test" in the very same way. Instead of simply saying "congratulations" for a good grade or "study harder" because of a bad one, look beyond the score to identify specific learning problems, and take positive steps to strengthen the skills and knowledge that will help your child improve. This is particularly important in today's "high stakes" academic environment, which is defined by specific standards for what every child should achieve before being promoted to the next grade. Here's a simple checklist to help you keep track.
With springtime just around the bend, your son or daughter may find it more difficult than ever to concentrate on homework. If so, there's a real danger of a May-June nosedive in grades and a good chance of losing out on skills and knowledge that will be needed in the coming year.
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