Just picture it...getting ready for your child's middle school experience! You've purchased all the supplies, redecorated your child's room "just so" with middle school wonderment, read all the books written on facing this new, strange, voyage into adolescence...a parent couldn't be more prepared.

Then, it happens. The homework load is immense...all glimmers of organization have diminished...tears are a part of the daily routine...feelings of helplessness arise...and I'm just talking about YOU! We haven't begun to discuss how your child might be feeling!

Sure, signing your child up for a study skills class can help, but without support at home, how successful will your child be? In this parent-focused class, a veteran teacher offers unique insight and instruction on how to help students (and parents!) navigate through middle school successfully.

Topics covered will include:

• How to develop and implement a support system at home
  
  
• Establishing and maintaining a study habit routine
  
  
• Tips and tricks on how to transform passive studying to an active process
  
  
• Higher level questioning techniques to ensure understanding
  
  
• Using a monthly calendar to break down assignments
  
  
• How to achieve effective communication with school and teachers