Parent Resources

Study Strategies

Every family has its own idea of what good or bad grades are. Some families require a C, some insist on an A, some are only happy with an F, and sometimes it depends on the subject matter. A teacher's job is to present material, maintain a standard of achievement, and to let you know how well your child measured up to that standard. This is done through grades.

If your child is not getting the grades you hope for, he/she can improve the grade by studying more. This is the fastest and only way to solve the problem. Insisting that a student study more is the parent's responsibility. Below are some ways in which a student can study more. While your child may be doing some of these, he/she can supplement his/her study habits with the other methods.

1. Put in more study time at home.
2. Study correctly at home. For example:
   • Concentrate
   • Correctly make and use flashcards
   • No music or TV
   • No multi-tasking
   • Learn it; do not only put in the time
   • Set a reasonable, attainable goal and reach it
   • Study every school night
   • Do not goof off
3. Come to class as early as possible every day
4. Begin studying right away upon entering class
5. Write down what is said in class - listening is not always enough
6. Discuss and practice the material with the teacher as much as possible
7. Avoid all socializing in class, i.e., don't talk or respond to others unless it is class work
8. Concentrate on everything the teacher says
9. If something is not clear, ask the teacher
10. Try to come up with examples of what is being taught
11. Study during class breaks
12. Do not wait for class to be over
13. After class, clear up any questions with the teacher
14. Do quality, neat work on all assignments; always do a little more than what is necessary
15. Think about the material outside of class
16. Use online resources
17. Decide to enjoy the subject