11-18-2021
Ask Specific Questions About School
Talking to your teen about school reinforces its importance. It also helps you know what is going on. But it can be a challenge to get some teens to talk about school at home. It helps to ask specific questions.
Here are some questions to get the conversation started. Ask your teen about:
- Academics. Which class do you do best in? Which is the most challenging? Do any classes seem too difficult?
- School staff. Which teachers do you enjoy learning from most? Why? Do you feel you could you go to a teacher or staff member with a problem? How do your teachers show interest in what you think?
- Discipline. Do people usually follow school rules? What happens when a rule is broken? Do you have concerns about any of the rules? How are students involved in making the rules?
- Safety. Do you feel safe at school? Why or why not? If you felt unsafe during the day, would you feel comfortable speaking up?
- General opinion. What do you like best about your school? What would you like to change about your school? What would you tell a friend from another school about your school?
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