Middle School Success

Here are 10 ways to keep your child on track for academic success in middle school:

1. Attend back-to-school night and parent-teacher conferences.

2. Visit the school and its website.

3. Support homework and grading expectations.

4. Send your child to school ready to learn.

5. Instill organization skills.

6. Teach study skills.

7. Know the disciplinary and bullying policies.

8. Get involved.

9. Take attendance seriously.

10. Make time to talk about school.

The top 10 keys to middle school success:

1. Sleep well.

2. Eat right.

3. Do your homework.

4. Pay attention in class.

5. Get involved.

6. Think positive.

7. Ask for help.

8. Stay organized.

9. Make goals.

10. Take risks.