News from the Superintendent
January, 2020
Parent Tech Night
Parent Tech Night is a unique learning opportunity where we can learn from technology professionals who can assist us with technology challenges. The topics covered at the event will be cyber bullying, digital filtering and managing cell phone use, to name a few. There will also be resources shared for parents. Join educators and featured guests for a night of important information about on line safety for our children.
This event is for any parent of a child with a cell phone however it is for adults only. If parents are struggling with childcare for a child in K-5th grade, there will be supervised activities where children in grades K-5 can be engaged while parents attend important sessions. If you'll be taking advantage of child care, you may drop off your child at 6:50 p.m. All activities are held at Vernon Township High School. We hope to see you then!
Goal Setting in the New Year - Focus on Academics
In addition, it's a great time to focus on academic success. One of the most important things students can do is to apply themselves in a content area which interests them. Here are a few helpful strategies for parents to establish good practices for completing homework or to maximize study time.
- Try to find a regular location to study. This can be the kitchen table or a spot in a child's bedroom. The most important thing to do is to minimize distractions. If music is used in the background, consider a lower volume level. As content gets more difficult, students may need to reduce distractions.
- Set an appropriate amount of time for homework or studies. Students should consider the amount of work they need to do for a subject area, then allocate an appropriate time for each given subject.
- Set timers. While cell phones and tablets can be a distraction, they can also help a student stay on task. Students can set a timer to spend a certain amount of time on a given subject.
- Don't forget to read! Regular reading improves cognitive function. There are some wonderful books and other content available for children of all ages.