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Midyear Checkup
We passed the mid-year point of our school calendar in early February and our 100th day of school! This is an excellent time to reflect on your child's development so far, especially prior to spring conferences (March 25-29). Think about their academic achievements, social growth, and emotional well-being. It’s not too late to make adjustments for a successful remainder of the year. Some key areas of your child's educational journey are:
Grades and Assessments: Take a look at your child's 1st trimester report card and assessments from their teacher. Check progress in various subjects and note patterns or areas of improvement or concern. Second trimester ends March 13th.
Homework and Study Habits: Think about your child's homework completion and study habits. Are they managing their time? Do they ask for help when needed? Encourage a consistent routine and provide an environment for reading or studying at home that is ideally free of distractions.
Communication: Reach out to your child's teacher(s) to discuss academic progress. Ask about areas that need attention and for recommendations on how to support learning at home.
Relationships: Observe how your child interacts with peers and teachers. Do they have positive friendships? Are they displaying empathy and kindness toward others, and an awareness of problem-solving skills? Those are taught in Second Step, our social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum.
Emotional Regulation: Evaluate your child's ability to manage emotions. Do they express their feelings? Teach coping strategies to handle stress and encourage open communication at home.
Extracurricular Activities: Are they involved in hobbies or sports that promote social interaction and personal growth?
Personal Goals: Discuss goals your child has set for themselves, such as improving organization or increasing participation in classroom discussions. Offer guidance to help them work toward these goals.
You are your child’s FIRST teacher and an essential, powerful role model in their lives. But don’t try to tackle everything at once, and let us help. Working together, your student can thrive!
Thank you,
Marli Bartness
ECE School Counselor
mbartness@lwsd.wednet.edu
360-652-4515
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Marli Bartness
Mbartness@lwsd.wednet.edu
(360) 652-4515 ext. 4137
Office Hours:
M - F: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm