Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
How can we help support our child's education at home?
When booklets and papers are brought home, look at them, comment on them, and review them with your child. Show genuine interest in their work. This communicates the idea that education is important, and it encourages your child to do well in school. Talk with your child daily abour school, everyday happenings, and current events. See that your child gets plenty of sleep. Encourage exercise and good nutrition. Monitor television programs. Talk with your child about the programs he or she watches. Turn off the television during meals to facilitate conversation. Encourage your child to complete homework as early in the afternoon or evening as possible. Provide a quiet, well-lit area in which your child can study. Set up a desk or table designated for study but not far from the rest of the family. Remember to provide materials such as pencils, a pencil sharpener, paper, a dictionary, crayons, glue, and scissors. Insist that homework be done away from the television and other distractions. Please be aware that some individuals work best with background music, but for others it is far too distracting. Get to know what works best for your child. Assist your child when he or she has an upcoming test and needs to study, even if that assistance is simply providing plenty of quiet time. It is also helpful to quiz your child orally on the information he or she is studying. Be aware of study strategies such as flash cards that can be shared with your child. Provide learning experiences outside of school. Parks, museums, libraries, zoos, historical sites, and family games offer enriching experiences. Encourage your child to write when natural opportunities arise that are part of your household such as friendly notes, lists, reminders, etc. Read with your child and around your child. Encourage your child to read for pleasure. Discuss what your child read, what your read together, and where appropriate, what you are reading. Point out when math is used in everyday tasks such as shopping, banking, and cooking. We hope this suggestions are helpful to you. As always, we appreciate your support.Back to Top