2006-10-04 09:15:53 · 9 answers · asked by ? 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
1. Set a specific study time each night and stick to it.
2. Establish a specific study location, some place like the kitchen table where you can keep an eye on him.
3. Always assume he has homework unless he can PROVE otherwise.
4. Require him to write down homework and assignments in a planner. Check it everyday.
5. Help him develop better study skills.
http://www.hoover.k12.al.us/hhs/SocialStudies/twilhite/HWAssist/to_be_a_competent_student.htm
http://www.how-to-study.com/
6. Contact his teachers and stay in contact with them. Ask them for suggestions.
7. Get involved. Volunteer at school, join the PTA, etc.
8. Don’t expect the school to do everything. It takes a team effort between students, parents, and teachers.
2006-10-04 11:08:15 · answer #1 · answered by atwil 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ninth grade is a transition grade. Many students do have difficulty at this point for several reasons. They did not learn the skills needed in the previous grades to build on for the next. Also, there are social adjustments to consider.
The school has to become involved and you have to be proactive as well. He needs tutoring. Also, if he has gotten to the end of the year by the seat of his pants you may have to consider holding him back even if they want to pass him on. I had to face this with one of my children and they hated me for doing it for quite a while but about the middle of the following year it all clicked and they were much happier and were able to finish the years with good grades.
Also, have your child evaluated for any learning disabilities that he may have. IF they are there by law the school cannot ignore him or they face loosing government funding.
2006-10-04 09:27:25 · answer #2 · answered by rltouhe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pull him out of school and home school him. Most schools are falling short when it comes to teaching our children. At home he could get one on one attention and work at his own learning pace. I know this is not the answer for most people but it is something to think about. The things teachers have to deal with in the schools today is very sad. They don't have time to worry about the kids that are struggling.
2006-10-04 09:26:14 · answer #3 · answered by copswife93 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Is he really trying? If so....then is he in advanced classes? He may just need to get out of those and take regular classes. Otherwise....did you talk to the individual teachers or just the principal etc? If you have checked on all of the above.....I would suggest tutors.
2006-10-04 09:20:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anthem Demon R&S addict 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call and set up an appointment with his counselor. Or have him set one up and ask to have him placed in lower classes.
2006-10-04 09:19:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
transfer your child to another school. Thats very unacceptable and your child deserves a good education.
2006-10-04 09:23:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a tutor.
2006-10-04 09:18:41 · answer #7 · answered by andalucia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you could go to the school and offer the principal or your kids teacher a little favor ah-hem.......
2006-10-04 09:20:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
pay big $$$ for a tutor
2006-10-04 09:24:03 · answer #9 · answered by Rail 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋