Valders High School Success Strategies for HS Students
If your student is searching for ways to reduce the amount of stress and anxiety that comes with being a high school student and completing all of the work and studying that comes along with that, Mr. McCulley and Mr. Schmid have put together a list of success strategies to consider. You may not find you need all of them, but even implementing one of these strategies is sure to help in some way. We also know that some of these may seem a bit out there, especially when it involves cell phones, but research shows they work!
- Video screen time has had a big impact on students. Try to reduce the amount of screen time. Research shows that we get a better night’s sleep if we turn all screens off an hour before bedtime. Additionally, students should shoot for 8 hours of sleep each night.
- Develop a homework routine at home each night. Parents, an example might be: Check in with your student to see what needs to be done (you can always review skyward to see what’s missing). Encourage your student to complete their work at the kitchen table or other family living area, not their bedroom. Review what they accomplished for the night.
- Students, use the time in the classroom that you are given to complete school work. Oftentimes most homework that is given can be completed in class if you choose to do it.
- Use Viking Times to go in for help and to get schoolwork done. If teachers request you for Viking Time, be sure to go with materials so work can get completed.
- Occasionally, you may need to stay after school to get work done, especially if you have missed school for illness or vacation etc.
- If you do find yourself behind in a class, work with the teacher to identify the bigger items that you can do that have the most impact on getting caught up and ultimately raising your grade.
- Use your study hall time wisely to get work done.
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Communicate with your teachers.
- We can find a tutor for just about any subject you may need help with. You will need to work hard and put forth your best effort with the tutor. The tutor’s job is to help, but it’s your job to complete the work as assigned. Please stop in Student Services for more information.
- Most teachers use Google Classroom, and there is a feature in Google classroom called “To Do List”, anything teachers put into Classroom will show up on that list. This is another place you can look to see what your student might have that is missing.
Most importantly, keep the lines of communication open with your child, their teachers, school counselor, school nurse, building principal, and office staff. We encourage you to reach out with any questions, concerns, or changes in your child's behavior or academics as the year progresses in order to ensure your child is receiving and utilizing the tools they need to succeed and have a positive, memorable school year!
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