Clementon School District

Guidance News from Mrs. Breon

You may contact Mrs. Breon at:

phone: 783-2300 Ext. 1021

Homework - there's no way to avoid it! But studying doesn't have to be an ordeal. Our smart tips can help any student get the most out of cracking the books. Click here for more information!

You Can Make A Difference

You can help your child become more successful in school by encouraging good study habits. Plan a regular schedule for studying and doing homework. Have a quiet, comfortable, well lighted place for a study area. Develop the habit of studying in the same place at the same time every day.

One of the most important factors that influence school success is a child’s feeling of confidence. As parents you can help instill feelings of confidence by following these suggestions:

1. Encourage your child to try new tasks. Give attention and praise for EFFORT, not just success.

2. Be generous with your praise and encouragement so that your child learns to give him/herself positive feedback.

3. Help your child to look at possibilities and solve problems by him/herself, rather than telling the child what to do.

Video Games...Do you know what your child is playing?

Incentives

Regular school attendance is a critical part of the learning process. As an incentive, the Clementon Elementary School will again be participating in the McDonald's Absenteeism/Tardiness Program. Any student with perfect attendance for the marking period will receive a certificate for free meal items at McDonald's in Lindenwold.

Students on the Gold and Silver Honor Roll will also receive a McDonald's certificate for free meal items.

For information on Test Anxiety, click here.

Counseling News

This is a good site for parents and teachers-

www.aboutourkids.org

It has articles on bullying and ADHD with related sources.

PEER MEDIATION NEWS

Peer Mediation continues to grow as a peaceful way to handle problems. Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 are Peer Mediators. Encourage your children to use Peer Mediation as a way to help solve problems peacefully. Request forms are available in all grade 4-8 classrooms.

Ten Things To Do Instead of Spanking...click here.

HELPING YOUR CHILDREN

1. Keep your child healthy. (For instance, seek help when referrals for assistance are made: hearing tests, eye examinations, counseling sessions, etc.)

2. Talk with your children. (Be natural and avoid baby talk.)

3. Listen to your children. (Encourage them to share their experiences.)

4. Praise your children. (We, including children, need sincere recognition.)

5. Be patient with your children. (Learning cannot take place in a tense atmosphere.)

6. Avoid comparing children. (Since everyone is unique, no two people will necessarily master a skill at the same time. Although no harm was intended, the children do begin to resent their siblings and friends.)

7. Set the stage for good homework habits. (Provide a place and materials.)

8. Schedule home study on a regular basis. (This time should be free from interruptions and distractions.)

9. Set a regular bedtime and stick to it. (Proper rest is needed if the child is to concentrate and learn.)

10. See that your children's school attendance is excellent. (During any absence, children miss the presentation of new material and/or practice of a difficult skill.)

11. Know exactly how your children are doing in school. (If you see the child is struggling, contact the teacher for suggestions on how you can help the child.)

12. Make family mealtimes meaningful. (This is the perfect time to talk together. However, it is not wise to argue during this time. Keep the atmosphere relaxed.)

13. Make television and video games your servant, not your master. (Help them choose appropriate programs and games. Limit the amount of time they spend with these two activities.)