How can I help my student?

Before we start talking about helping with math, we would like to discuss ways to help your student succeed in their learning. Whether it is math, science, language arts, or any other subject, you-parents-are a very important part of your student’s success. It does not matter if you studied the content a long time ago, or never studied it at all. Whether you master the topics or have no idea what they are about, remember that we are talking about your student’s learning, not yours, and about your support to make it successful.

Helping your student learn is not the same as being their teacher. They already have teachers, books, resources, and support-but you can offer something unique to their learning process: your love and dedication. These two components will make a huge difference in their learning journey. You have a big influence on your child-use it to support their growth.

Ways to Help Your Student

• Spend time together — even a few minutes a day can make a difference.
• Talk with your child to understand their struggles and successes.
• Show interest in what they are learning and doing at school.
• Ask them to explain what they learned today.
• Check that they are learning and staying on track.
• Make sure they have what they need to complete their work comfortably.
• Emphasize the value of learning in everyday life.
• Keep a positive attitude about school and learning.
• Offer positive reinforcement when they make an effort.
• Set goals together that are realistic and motivating.
• Support your student as they work toward those goals.
• Follow up on homework and other responsibilities.
• Collaborate with teachers to stay informed and involved.
• Celebrate their efforts and progress—no matter how small.

We will be focusing on each of these tips to support successful learners. Together, we’ll look closely at what each one really means, why it’s important for your student’s success, and how you can put it into practice with your child.

Stay connected to get great ideas on how to help your children succeed in their learning journey—without even touching the content. We’ll start helping you with math content soon!