Middle school
is that mysterious place between child and teen, and parenting during these years can be a challenge. Being prepared to give hugs, endure long silences and have firm boundaries can make this time memorable and even fun. Guiding while encouraging independence is the goal.
Instructions
1. Discuss your expectations about middle school with your son or daughter and listen to their needs.
2. Set up reasonable and reachable academic goals for the first marking period. Understand this is a time of transition and it may take your child a few weeks to get up to speed in their new middle school environment.
3. Increase your child's responsibility for their own school work by having them use a daily planner.
4. Establish homework routines with a specific time and place for getting work done. Staying organized in middle school is the key to your child's success.
5. Set limits on extra-curricular activities based on their schedule and yours. Don't let studies take a back seat to other things.
6. Keep up bedtime routines, but add a bit of flexibility for your child's own choices.
7. Stay involved by communicating regularly with teachers.
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