Take conversations with your teen to the next level
In his classes, your teen will be asked to support his answers and opinions with examples from his reading and experience. To help him practice this type of critical thinking, dive deep into your conversations. Take time to discuss your teen's thoughts about everything from school to issues in upcoming elections. Ask him to explain his thought process. You may not agree with him, but encourage him to think for himself.
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Have your teen chart causes and effects of history
If your teen has trouble remembering what he reads for history class, he may have trouble picking out what is most important in the text. Making a cause and effect chart can help. Have him list these questions down one side of the chart: What is the problem? What or who caused the problem? What solutions were tried? What was the result? Which solution worked? What happened? As he reads, he can fill in the answers.
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Clear rules help avoid arguments
You have a better chance of eliminating conflict between you and your child if you pick a calm, unhurried time to discuss any issue you are having. Then agree on a rule to address the issue in the future. For example, he must finish schoolwork before having recreational screen time. Post the rule where you both can see it. When the situation next arises, you can just point to the rule and avoid an argument.
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Learn how to contact key school personnel
In these uncertain times, family-school communication is more important than ever. Families need to know who they can turn to with questions. Do you know the name of the school principal? Your child's counselor? The nurse? If not, call the office or look on the website to find out who they are and how to contact them. Making connections with key people at school helps smooth your child's education journey.
Online or in person, attendance still matters
Whatever format his classes take this year, make it clear to your teen that you expect him to participate fully in every one. He may think he is just getting out of some work when he cuts class. Make sure he knows that he may also be cutting himself out of future opportunities. Explain that unexcused absences may be included on his permanent record, for upper level programs, colleges and prospective employers to see.
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I want to give a huge shout-out and thank-you to the NNSS for providing us with funding for 50 in-home hot-spots to provide to our families that do not have internet.
We received the funding on Thursday, and I placed the order on Friday!
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Develop your child's inner motivation
Students who are motivated only by the desire to get a good grade rarely do more than the minimum they need to earn it. But students who are motivated by an inner reward are more likely to stick with a task and retain what they've learned. Before your child starts a project, have him think about what he wants to learn from it. Along the way, ask him to share what he's learning and celebrate his progress.
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Find out about higher education options
Your teen may be focused on the beginning of school, but it's not too early to start thinking about higher education. Does your teen enjoy designing, making and repairing things? Is she interested in contributing to a business? If so, she may want to consider going to a technical, business or trade school. You and your teen can discuss an array of post-graduation education options with her counselor.
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Consult' with your teen about education
The responsibility for learning belongs to your teen. Now, instead of directing her education, think of yourself as more of a consultant. To support your teen, create an environment that promotes learning. Encourage her to set goals. Talk about things you've read lately and share interesting articles. And make it a point to discuss your own responsibilities and how you plan your time and effort to fulfill them.
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Three key school supplies don't come from a store
It's school supply season! But three key things your child needs for school success can't be bought: concentration, organization and motivation. To help your child acquire them, set a regular study time and make sure she has a distraction-free place to work. Teach her to use checklists to keep track of things she needs to do. Most importantly, talk to your child each day about what she's learning.
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Mr. Skelton is retiring. He's made a video to say thank you to all of the kids and folks he's worked with over the years.
View the video here: https://bit.ly/FarwewellMrSkelton
Drive-thru Back to School Fair
August 1, 2020, 8-10AM
See this flyer for details: https://5il.co/ipl1
Teachers, Parents, and Stakeholders,
We had tremendous response to our surveys about the start of school and great interest in the focus groups.
We have sent over a hundred invitations for the two focus groups that take place tonight. One for teachers and admin (4:00), and one for parents and stakeholders (6:30). We have included participants from all Nye communities.
If you have not received an invitation despite indicating that you are willing, it is because we had an overwhelming response, and we don't have the capacity to invite everyone.
Thank you.
Discuss the many parts of responsibility
Responsibility is more than doing chores or homework. Let your teen know that it is also thinking through how your words or actions affect others or yourself. It's acting in a manner that respects yourself and others. Encourage responsibility by praising your teen when you see her keeping promises, admitting to her mistakes, making amends and accepting consequences without placing blame.
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Let your child see you learning
Nagging kids to study doesn't usually inspire a love of learning. Instead, motivate your child's desire to learn by being a learner yourself. Show him that you enjoy reading. Watch educational TV programs. Tackle projects that involve learning new skills. Demonstrate curiosity, then talk about your new ideas or discoveries with your child.
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The Board is in closed session. We will begin streaming again when they return to open session.
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Positive risks can reduce negative behavior
You may think that risk-taking is scary, but a national study found that teens who challenge themselves with positive risks are less likely to engage in negative risky behavior. Encourage your teen to try positive risks at school, in his personal life and in the community, such as taking a challenging course, starting a conversation with someone he admires, or volunteering to help others.
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Smooth the move to middle school
Will your child be starting middle school in the fall? To ease the transition, begin to prepare now. Together, learn about the new school. Read its website regularly, and look for summer activities for rising middle schoolers, such as reading programs and online classes. At home, help your child keep up reading and math skills with frequent practice. Discuss his hopes and concerns about middle school, and let him know you will tackle challenges together.
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Parent Engagement Survey: https://bit.ly/2AF7u7N
Parents & Guardians,
This is a six question yes/no survey that takes about 30 seconds to complete. We sent this out previously, but only received 80 responses. Please help us to collect this information for our Family Engagement team.
Thank you,
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Superintendent Finalist Interviews
-- Dr. Joseph Gent, Thursday, June 18 at 5:30
-- Dr. Warren Shillingburg, Monday, June 22 at 5:30
-- Stream Here: https://bit.ly/nyecsdbotlive
-- Agendas Here: https://bit.ly/nyecsdbotagendas
