1. Make sure your child arrives at school on time every day. (8:20 am)
2. Value good attendance. Don't schedule vacations or appointments during school time, as this undermines the continuity of instruction.
3. Make sure your child has a regular bedtime and a healthy breakfast and snack.
4. Help with, but do not do, your child's homework. Emphasize that all assignments are to be complete and on time.
5. Read to your child every day, and have your child read to you.
6. Make sure your child comes to school prepared with the necessary materials.
7. Discuss school matters with your child. Converse regularly about school experiences. Encourage persistence and self-reliance.
8. Help your child learn to settle differences peacefully.
9. Call the teacher when you have concerns, so that problems may be identified and resolved early.
10. Help your child to manage daily and weekly schedules, and check to make sure that routines are being followed.