Improve Your Core Skills
READING:
US middle and high school reading stats from the federal Nation's Report Card (.gov) (NAEP)
Check out reading statistics Proficiency: Over 60% of 12th graders scored below proficient in past assessments, showing flat performance over time.
Parents/Guardians...here are a few tips to help your child increase in their reading skill:
1. Help them choose a few topics they'd like to read about.
2. Set time aside each week for reading and discussion.
3. Break the reading into small sections.
4. Help them examine the main idea and summarize what they've read.
5. Write down vocabulary words and use them in sentences or conversations.
Highlights for Parents & Students Seniors
- Take care of your mental and physical health. Get enough sleep, eat nutritious meals regularly, stay active, and talk to a trusting and qualified person when you are feeling stressed.
- Stay on top of graduation requirements. Make sure you are checking credits, grades, and connecting with teachers when you miss school. Use a planner or phone reminder.
- Continue to build real-life skill like basic cooking, cleaning, and making appointments. Practice budgeting skills, time-management, and protecting passwords,
Self-Esteem and Confidence
Here are some great articles on self-esteem.
https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/self-esteem.html
https://childmind.org/article/12-tips-raising-confident-kids/
Let's Go!
Global New Year Traditions
From Fireworks to Ball: The iconic ball drop at Time Square, New York began in 1907 after a fireworks ban, with the first ball being made of iron and wood.
In Spain, their tradition is to eat 12 grapes at midnight...one grape for each strike for each month of the new year.
In Japan, they eat toshikoshi soba (long noodles) for long life.
In Italy, they eat lentils to symbolize wealth.
Top Winter Comfort Foods...Which One do You Cook Best?
What's Your Favorite Comfort Food?
1. Fettuccine Alfredo
2. Chicken Pot Pie
3. Chile
4. Shepherd's Pie
5. Spaghetti & Meatballs