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First Term Success

The first term back to school can set the tone for the whole year. Starting off on the right foot can pave the way for success.

  1. Help your child set and follow routines. If they know all the steps needed to get ready in the morning, the day will start much smoother.
  2. Model how to plan for the future. This is a learned skill that many students will need support to develop. Showing students how to take a large assignment or test and break it down can help them succeed.
  3. Set small goals and celebrate with your child when he or she reaches them. Small goals like remembering all school materials or reading for 10 minutes a day can help students learn to how to create goals and self-reflect. Learning to make goals is an important, life-long skill - start early so later years are fruitful.




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