Setting Up Your Quarterhorse for Academic Success

• Create a regular homework routine at home

  • Pick the same time each day to work on homework

  • Use the same space and remove distractions

  • Consider removing TV, Tablets, Phones etc.

  • Make sure it is quiet and not filled with distractions like younger siblings, animals, etc. 

  • Have an adult nearby to answer questions as needed and check-in on progress

• Students and Parents Monitor PowerSchool

  • Check grades regularly 

  • Either Daily or Bi-weekly to see what is coming up on the calendar 

  • Check-in with the student to confirm missing assignments and if needed create a plan to turn in missing work

  • Look over the students’ agenda (grades 3-5) every night 

  • Help your student to prioritize what they will complete and in what order

  • Cross off completed items in the planner as they are done

• Limit, Remove or Use Screen Time as Leverage

  • Remove Phones from the study area (Calculators can be used instead of phone)

  • Studies show excessive screen time can lead to poor mental health and a decrease in grades. 

  • Consider have a Screen-Free night and play a family game or read stories

• What does your student like to do? Use this as an incentive for them to earn if they complete homework. 

  • Be careful with the use of punishment or taking away privileges for poor grades, this technique works with some students but others do not respond well.