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