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Supporting Student Learning

How can I help my child be healthy and ready to learn?

  • Make sure your child gets 8-10 hours of sleep every night.
  • Ensure good nutrition.
  • If your child wears eyeglasses, make sure they wear them to school every day.
  • If your child is not feeling well, it is important to notify the school.


What if my child needs medication in school?

  • Bring the medication to the Nurse's office.
  • Have a copy of the doctor's orders and note for the nurse.


What if my child appears worried or upset?

  • Try to help your child talk out worries or problems before coming to school.
  • Let your child's teacher know about concerns your child might have.
    Ask for help from school personnel.
  • Notify the school immediately about school problems.


How can I help my child come to school focused and ready to learn?

  • Maintain a positive attitude about school and learning.
  • Encourage your child to do his or her best.
  • Focus on strengths.
  • Praise your child's efforts and accomplishments.
  • Help your child set goals for high achievement.
  • Encourage your child to learn from mistakes.
  • Understand how your child learns.
  • Stay involved.

How can I help my child to excel?

  • Make time for reading with your child every day!
  • Take your child to the public library regularly.
  • Encourage your child to write at home.
  • Keep paper, pencils, and note pads handy.
  • Write notes back and forth to your child.
  • Help your child write cards and letters to others.
  • Help your child use math concepts and skills every day.

How can I make sure all homework is completed?

Provide:

  • a quiet, well-lit place to do homework
  • homework supplies
  • a thirty-minute homework time every day
  • your signature on all homework
  • help packing up the book bag after homework is finished
  • a special place to store the book bag overnight
  • help without giving your child the answer
  • let the teacher know if your child does not bring home homework or has a difficult time completing homework

How can I become more involved in my child's school?

  • join us for a class, grade level or school event
  • chaperone a school trip
  • read to a child
  • share a talent or special interest with your child's class
  • help out at lunch or recess
  • help your child's teacher with learning materials
  • help in the school library media center
  • be a class parent