Parents of Seniors
Even if you've been through the college application experience with older children, this can be an overwhelming process. Below is a link to a webinar on The Common Application. This video walks you and and your student through the Common App essay, offering advice on what to include, what to emphasize, clarification of prompts, and more.
Click here to link to video advice on writing the Common App essay (from Dr Steven Greene (mAke the grAde) and Cheryl DiLanzo (A*C*E College Admissions)).
Click here to link to video advice on writing the Common App essay (from Dr Steven Greene (mAke the grAde) and Cheryl DiLanzo (A*C*E College Admissions)).
college planning resources & parent action plans
Whether your student is a freshman just getting his footing in the high school, or a senior itching to graduate, we can all use a little support when it comes to keeping on top of college preparation. There are myriad resources at The College Board's website, including newsletters for parents and the Big Future section that helps students explore careers and colleges. Click here to see a wealth of helpful resources for parents who are trying to navigate the treacherous waters of college planning, or click here to see student resources.
What if my child is struggling?
There are many things we can do. The student planner can be an excellent communication device that puts the responsibility on the student, but allows both parents and teachers to follow up on student behaviors. Students should already be using their planners to record homework, upcoming assessments and extracurricular activities. This is an important tool to support the time management skills that students will need not only in college, but in life as a productive adult who is able to manage the demands of modern life. The planner can also be used to communicate between school and home (and back again), allowing the student to see the written dialogue between the adults who care about his/her success. It is critical that students are active participants in the problem-solving of school struggles. Extra help is always available.
Cardinal Pride Time is held everyday for 32 minutes. Students should see the teacher they wish to work with for a pass before 8:00 a.m. on the day they wish to meet. Tutoring can be arranged, but often students just need someone to bounce ides and questions off of. This can happen in the form of a personal visit during CPT, an e-mail to the teacher, or during a traditional tutoring session. * Mrs. Newbright is available before/after school, during CPT, 7th period and 8th period (except for Wednesdays after school). * NHS student are available after school and during CPT. Please contact Mrs. Newbright to make arrangements. |
Click here or on the button above to link to the National PTA's Parents' Guide to Student Success in High School English.
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Click here to go to Grammar Bytes, an interactive site that has games and practice for grammar, punctuation and usage. A must-do for students who are still struggling with these issues.
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