Hard to believe that summer is upon us and that we are nearly half-way through June! My how time flies!
I always get a chuckle when I hear students talking about how they can't wait for summer to arrive, but yet, when it does arrive, you tend to hear them talk about how bored they are or that there is nothing to do! Here are some "tips" on how to keep your students "moving" this summer:
1) Have them volunteer their time to an organization-remember colleges really like to see students who are actively involved within their communities.
2) Take some time to visit college campuses-the summer is a great time to visit those potential colleges that your child is looking at attending. Additionally, this may give them the extra motivation they need to excel in their high school studies.
3) Assign your child some research work. Have them research those colleges and careers that they are looking at pursuing. Once they have completed this, take them out for lunch and discuss their findings. This is not only a great way to bond with your child, but it will also allow your child to know that you truly care about what it is that they are hoping for in the future.
4) Set-up a job shadowing experience for your child. Once you know what career your child is interested in pursuing, see if you can set up a job shadowing day with a local professional. This experience will give your child some great insight into the career they are looking at pursuing.
5) Does your child tend to struggle in a certain subject? Why not enroll them in a course that will "refresh" their mind of the main concepts needed for that course? Maybe hire a tutor that will keep them on task during their summer break.
6) Many schools (high schools and colleges) offer summer enrichment courses. Why not take a look at the schools in your community and see what enrichment courses they offer that your child may enjoy being a part of.
7) Encourage your child to take on a part-time job. Not only will this teach them responsibility, but if finances are tight, this can be an avenue where they can begin to save money for college.
8) Set up an appointment with your child's guidance counselor. Nail out what courses your child should take to not only succeed in high school, but also in college. Summer time is a great time to meet with that counselor.
9) Many schools require that students take part in a summer reading program. Find out what book(s) your child needs to read and then join them. Again, this will allow you and your child to bond and it will allow you to have some great discussions with your child.
10) Have some fun, quality time with your child. Be sure to consistently encourage them and be sure to carve out that special time for the two of you! You child will appreciate it!
Until next time,
Jen
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