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Back to School Tip #9:

Set rules and expectations for work.

Set up rules on when and where work will be done and make sure it is distraction free, organized and has all the supplies you need. During university it was impossible for me to work from home so I found a spot in one of the libraries that I used for many years. For younger children parents should discuss expectation for work like neatness, quality of answers and consequences for not having
the work done. My many years of teaching have shown me that students who have clear expectations and consequences from home about the quality and completion of their work usually have a more successful school year as they tend not to fall behind and give up.

Tip #7 Back to School:

Introduce yourself to teachers before the school starts.

Start a collaborative relationship with your teachers right away by contacting them early. Look on school websites and syllabuses for contact information. The sooner you know your teacher and develop a positive relationship, the sooner the help comes. Discuss any issues you may be anxious about and talk to them about any adaptions and modifications you may need. Teachers are usually preparing for the year at this point and it is easy for them to accommodate you and answer any questions before they become busy with first week school stress.