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With school just getting started I thought it would be nice to take a look at a few things parents can do to help their kids of any age, do well in school!
1. Get to bed on time. Grade school kids need at least 10 hours a night and teens should have 9.
2. Provide a personal alarm clock for each kid when they start kindergarten. Teach them how to use it. If they do not get up in time they miss the day! One time will usually be all it takes if you start this in kindergarten; it will be much more difficult it you wait until they are in jr. high or high school before you start. This should be the kid’s responsibility!
3. No TV, computer, cell phone or other distractive electronic devices in bedrooms. They interrupt sleep even when watched prior to going to bed. Bedrooms are for sleeping and changing clothes only.
4. Provide a place for kids to study in the evening. This should be in a public part of the house, Dining room, kitchen, family room, or study, if available. All the family should have a quiet study time say 6-7:30 for kids, 6-8:30 for teens. During this time parents should read, pay bills, or do some other “intellectual” activity. No TV, computer, cell phone or other distractive electronic devices is allowed during this time. If more time is needed, it should be squeezed in before dinner. Sleep is essential for learning.
5. Maintain a positive attitude toward school, teachers, parents, and sibs.
6. Make sure kids get enough exercise. Shoot for 1 hour daily.
Enjoy your kids and your life!