Personal and Social Emotional Resources

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND SLEEP

What happens when students aren't getting the sleep they need? Lack of consistent, appropriate sleep leads to increased academic stress, hindered concentration and learning, and disturbances to your students' mood and ability to cope.

What can parents do?

• Have a lights out policy

• Take away computers, video games, cell phones, etc.

• Help your child establish a regular sleep & wake cycle (Students need 8 to 9 hours of sleep each night)

• Have students keep a regular study cycle (no late night cramming sessions)

• Eliminate caffeine 3 to 5 hours before bed (soda, tea, coffee)

How Can Parents Help their Students Succeed?

HOW CAN PARENTS HELP THEIR STUDENTS SUCCEED?

E.M.P.O.W.E.R. them! 

Establish expectations

Monitor how they spend their time

Promote balance and core values

Offer support

Widen horizons

Encourage exploration

Resist the urge to "clip their wings" (reinforce responsibility & independence)

Helpful Resources

HELPFUL RESOURCES

101 Ways to Cope with Stress

40 Developmental Assets