Before you know it, another school year will be over and done. This school year has been one full of ups and downs for most students, teachers and parents. No one could imagine the impact the pandemic would have on our world, especially our school systems. Still, resilient people will come out on top and will not let the adversity get them down. You can help your child finish this school year strong.
Make Organization a Priority
Toward the end of the year, things can get a little haphazard and it can make it difficult to finish the school year strong. This chaos only leads to distraction. Help your child keep the workspace organized. If you began the year with an organizational system that worked, make sure your child is sticking with it. If you started, but the system did not go well, it is time to find a new one that does work. A successful student is one who is well organized. Some families choose to use a binder system and color code by subject. If this works for you, stay with it.
A wall calendar or schedule is helpful in organization. You and your child can immediately see what assignments are due when and you can break down larger projects into daily tasks or more manageable bits, with each step having its own completion date. This visual reminder also helps tame big projects, so they do not seem so daunting.
Use a To-Do List
When you start your week with a to-do list, everyone can keep track of projects, lessons and other activities that need monitoring. You and your student may want to use the to-do list in conjunction with the calendar to ensure that work is completed on time.
Use Goal Setting
Developing independent learning skills is a significant part of virtual learning. Goal setting will be conducive in this area. Once your student understands how goal setting works, you can expect to see progress. Help your student set reasonable rewards for meeting his or her goals and this will help your student finish the school year strong.
Have Weekly Check-in Times
It cannot be stressed enough that parental involvement is critical for student’s success. Schedule weekly check-in times so your child will have an ample opportunity to talk to you about their progress and concerns. Let your student know that they are being heard, and any help they need will be forthcoming in one way or another.
Wisconsin Virtual Learning works with parents and students to ensure your child has the best possible virtual learning experience. Contact us when you have questions about our program or would like to learn more about our curriculum and approach to teaching.