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Following are some questions the school counselors can answer
for parents:
• How is my child doing in
school?
• What are my child’s strengths and weaknesses?
• Are there any areas of concerns or delayed development?
• What are my child’s goals for this year?
• What are some suggestions for action at home?
• What programs are available to help my child to do better?
• Does my child get along well with adults?
• Does my child get along well with his/her peers?
• What can I do to improve discipline at home?
• Are there ways I can improve communication with my child?
• What can I expect after a change in the family (death, divorce,
illness, financial status, moving)?
• If my child is (running away from home, being disrespectful, having
other problems), what should I do?
• What resources are available at school?
• What resources are available outside of school?
• What do I need to do to prepare my child for college admission?
• What are the best resources for information on financial assistance
and scholarships?
• What do I do? My child is (sad, angry, not sleeping, not eating,
overeating, etc.)
• What do I do if I don’t like my child’s friends?
Studies have shown that children have
greater academic achievement when their parents are involved in their
education. Motivation, positive attitudes about self and sense of control
over their environment improve with parental involvement in the schools.
Children from minority and low-income families benefit the most from parental
involvement.
You, the parent, are the most
important resource for the school counselor and others. Your involvement is
critical in helping your child to be successful. Ask the school counselor how
you can be more involved in what is happening with your child’s
education.
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