High school  is a major transition for students. It is a time of new academic challenges , social pressures , and expectations for independence . As a parent, you can play a key role in helping your child adjust to high school and succeed.   

Here are some tips

• Talk to your child about their  expectations for high school.  What do they hope to achieve academically, socially, and personally? Talking about their goals can help them stay focused and motivated.
• Help your child develop good study habits.  This includes learning how to manage their time, take effective notes, and study for tests. You can also help them find a quiet place to study at home.
• Encourage your child to get involved in extracurricular activities.  This is a great way to meet new people, make friends, and develop interests.
• Talk to your child about their social life.  Help them navigate the social challenges of high school, such as peer pressure and bullying.
• Be there for your child as a sounding board.  Let them know that you are always there to listen to them and offer support.

Here are some additional tips that may be helpful

• Visit the high school before the start of the school year.  This will give your child a chance to see the school, meet their teachers, and get a feel for the atmosphere.
• Help your child prepare for the transition to high school over the summer.  This might include helping them get organized, setting up their locker, and practicing their time management skills.
• Talk to other parents of high school students.  They can offer advice and support.

By following these tips, you can help your child make a smooth transition to high school and succeed.

Additional information

Here are some specific examples of how parents can put these tips into action:

• To help your  child develop their expectations for high school, you can: 

• Ask them open-ended questions about their goals, interests, and values.
• Help them research different career and educational paths.
• Talk to other high school students about their experiences.

• To help your child develop  good study habits , you can:

• Set a good example by modeling good study habits yourself.
• Help them create a study schedule and stick to it.
• Provide them with resources on how to study effectively.

• To encourage your child to get involved in extracurricular activities, you can:

• Help them explore different activities that interest them.
• Talk to their teachers and guidance counselor about opportunities.
• Offer to help them get involved in activities .

• To talk to your child about their social life , you can:

• Ask them about their friends and how they are getting along.
• Talk to them about the importance of positive relationships.
• Be a role model for healthy social interactions.

• To be there for your child as a sounding board, you can:

  • Create a safe and supportive space for them to talk.
  • Listen without judgment.
  • Offer advice and support when appropriate.

By providing your child with support, guidance, and opportunities to learn and grow, you can help them adjust to high school and become successful. .