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Parenting for Academic Success

Parenting for Academic Success. Parent-Teacher Workshop Holiday Inn Resort August 27, 2011. Ground Rules. 1. Listen Attentively to Others. 2. Participate in Activities/Discussion. 3. Take turns. 4. Keep cell phones on Silent Mode. 5. Take calls outside the room and be brief.

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Parenting for Academic Success

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  1. Parenting for Academic Success Parent-Teacher Workshop Holiday Inn Resort August 27, 2011

  2. Ground Rules 1. Listen Attentively to Others. 2. Participate in Activities/Discussion. 3. Take turns. 4. Keep cell phones on Silent Mode. 5. Take calls outside the room and be brief. 6. Save off-topic talk for the break. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  3. Dance Around • Each time the music plays…Dance around the room to the Music. • When it stops…Find a partner, introduce yourself, then, say “hello” in your native language. Share one thing you like to do. 3. Exchange roles. 4. Repeat until you’ve met 3 new people. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  4. AGENDA • Communicating Effectively • Understanding Expectations (U.S. School System) III. Establishing Routines/Family Activities IV. Balancing Rules and Consequences V. Setting Goals Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  5. I. Communicating Effectively Think-Pair-Share Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  6. Point to Remember: Communication is Important • But not knowing English yet, is not a problem. Ask questions! The school works for you and your child. Let your needs be known through: • Home-school planner • Phone calls • Email • School Visits • Translator Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  7. Point to RememberLearn English… • But NEVER stop speaking your native language! Bilingualism is a huge advantage! Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  8. II. Understanding ExpectationsCultural Variables Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  9. CulturalComparisons Micronesia *People get close when speaking. *It is socially acceptable not to be ruled by the clock. United States *People have a concept of personal space. *Punctuality is an act of courtesy and is expected by all. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  10. CulturalComparisons Micronesia *There is a distinct respect for teachers who make most educational decisions. *Teachers decisions are rarely questioned. United States *Parent participation and collaboration with the teacher is expected. *It is acceptable to question or disagree with decisions when warranted. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  11. Cultural Comparisons Micronesia *Written parental consent is not required, except for off-campus events. *Parents need not be notified of a problem or event every time. United States *The school must legally obtain a signed consent, but is limited in scope. *Parents are expected to update the school of changes in information data. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  12. Cultural Comparisons Micronesia United States *Collaboration between parent and teacher is expected. *Student Progress is regularly communicated to parents. *Teachers make most educational decisions. *Parents learn of progress via report cards. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  13. Cultural Comparisons Micronesia *Parents are expected to come to school when invited. *School attendance is legally required, but loosely enforced. United States *Parents are expected to volunteer and participate in school activities. *Attendance is mandatory and excessive absence may result in court appearance and fines. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  14. Cultural Comparisons Micronesia United States *Zero tolerance for certain behaviors. Home-school intervention. *Student is expected to compete individually. *Students are singled out for their achievements. *Poor behavior is handled mainly by the school. *Student collaboration is encouraged more than individual work. *Students prefer not being singled out. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  15. Shared Responsibilities • Count off from 1-4. • Each group of 3-4 will identify a recorder and a reporter. Brainstorm the role of: -Parents (Group 1) -Teachers (Group 2) -Students (Group 3) -Administrators (Group 4) Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  16. Point to Remember ALL Stakeholders Must Participate for Academic Success! Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  17. III. Establishing Routines/Family Activities • Think about your daily routines at home. Write a list and indicate time spent doing that activity. • Create a personal pie chart to allot time each day for all that needs to happen for your child to succeed (ex: from 3:30-8:30 p.m.) Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  18. Point to Remember • Daily routine is comforting to a child. It improves performance and reassures them that there is order and security in family life. This includes homework routines. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  19. IV. Balancing Rules/Consequences • Name 3: House Rules Consequences 1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  20. Point to Remember • Discipline, respect, and courtesy are necessary in everyone’s life; a child models at school what he/she learns at home. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  21. V. Setting Goals • Use the index cards to write one personal goal for yourself and…. • One goal for your child. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  22. Point to Remember • Goals can be attained if…. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  23. Emphasize the Importance of Education • In the U.S. brains can pay for much of your child’s higher education… • And your own! Keep learning alive always!!! Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  24. Encourage Reading • Local public librariesand school libraries offer many resources including books, videos, dvds, computer access, magazines, and special events. Take advantage of them. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

  25. Get Involved • Join the Parent Teacher Organization at your school. • Attend regular parent teacher conferences and other school functions. • Volunteer to assist in the classroom. • Encourage your child to do the same. Prepared by Marie C. Benito Parenting for Academic Success

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