What+You+Can+Do

 ﻿ As you work with your child throughout the year, focus on motivating them to do their best in academics, behavior, and even being a good friend and classmate. Here are some things to get you thinking:
 * Show interest in your child's work.
 * Support your child's interests (even if they are not your own).
 * Read together.
 * Help your child develop good homework skills.
 * Make sure your child gets to school on time and avoid leaving early. (When they are repeatedly late or leave early, it shows them that school is not important).
 * Show respect towards your child's teachers.
 * Monitor your child's progress and reflect with your child on his/her work.
 * At moments of discouragement, support your child by sharing difficult moments from your own childhood and how you overcame them.