Daily Tips for Families

Today's Tip for Families

10-20-2022

Review Goals and Expectations

Now is a great time to review your goals and expectations for your teen. Talk together about how school is going so far and help your teen think about setting new goals. Ask:

"How do you think you're doing in your classes?" If your student is struggling, ask "What do you think you could do to get back on track?"
"What activities do you want to pursue—in school and beyond?" Help your teen research things to do now to get on the right path.
"How is your life outside of school?" Is your teen happy with how things are going?

Listen carefully to your teen's answers. Then make it a point to:

Keep expectations high. Make it clear that you expect your teen's best effort.
Stay realistic. Students can be strong in some subjects and not others. It may not be realistic to expect your teen to raise a grade from a C to an A in one grading period.
Offer your support. Say that you believe your teen can achieve goals, and you want to help.

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