Academics

Helping your Student to Avoid Procrastination

Procrastination is the curse of many college students. By the time your child reaches college, many are already experts at avoiding the inevitable. They will probably get it done, but not without a constant and looming pressure that builds until, the night before, they cram, sometimes all night long, to finish or prepare. The result is seldom going to be their best work. This article explores ways to guide them away from procrastination.

Guiding your Student through the Academic Adjustments of College Life

Now that you’ve said good-bye to your college student, how can you ensure they will properly handle the academic adjustment to college?

How can a student get help if they’re struggling with academics or a certain class?

If a student is struggling in a class, they should schedule an office meeting with the professor. They can discuss challenges, note-taking and test-preparation methods, and tutoring possibilities. The professor can help the student decide if they should continue or drop the class. If the student continues, they should attend every class session.

What should I do if my student hasn't picked a major?

Suggest your student first meet with the school's career services office. Often, career services offices offer testing services and internships with alumni. Assessments such as the Myers-Briggs can help match talent with logical career choices. Once the student has picked a career path - encourage them to meet with their academic adviser to determine which major may best prepare them for their desired career.

Why can't I see my student's grades?

Schools are prohibited from releasing certain information (including grades) to parents without permission of the student. By federal law (The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, FERPA, also known as the Buckley Amendment), students over the age of 18 are considered responsible and are allowed to determine who will receive information about them.

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