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= How can Parents Support their Children in School? =


 * Make it a habit to talk with your child about school work. Even if you aren’t familiar with the topic, you can still be an interested listener.
 * Be available to provide help and support, if it is needed. If you are unable to help, then assist your child in finding someone who can.
 * Work with your child to set up a study area in the home that is comfortable and away from too many distractions.
 * A regular study time should be established when homework assignments, review work or reading are to be done. Negotiate a time that is flexible enough to fit into your child’s extracurricular schedule.
 * Keep in touch with your child’s teacher. Stay informed about your child’s progress (notes, telephone calls, visits). Encourage the teacher to contact you about successes and achievements, not just concerns.
 * Make sure your child has a good night’s sleep, eats breakfast and gets to school on time every day.
 * Attend parent orientation nights, open houses, special events, parent– teacher interviews. Read school newsletters. Discuss all of these activities with your child.
 * Make sure your child has access to scraps and materials for building, constructing and making things.
 * Invite your child to watch or assist you whenever possible. It is an excellent way for a child to build up background experience and to build self-confidence in trying new things.
 * Have fun with problem solving on a regular basis at home. Use your child’s experiences and everyday situations to create and solve problems.

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