TEACHING IS A YEAR-ROUND TEAM EFFORT
The autumn season is an exciting time of year marked by pumpkin carvings and Thanksgiving turkey. As fall begins, not only do the days become shorter and the weather starts to change, but the seasonal highlights can make it easy for students to lose focus during this time of year. However, by now the school year is in full swing for our students. They continue to be engaged in classroom learning, participate in after-school activities and strengthen their relationships with teachers and friends.
With the beginning of the school year behind them, it is important for students to stay energized and keep this momentum going all throughout the school year. You can make a difference!
There are many ways for you to get involved in your child's educational experiences. Even if you did not start this school year off as well as you would have liked, remember, it's never too late to create habits that will ensure your child is learning to the best of his or her ability.
Ask Yourself...
Am I consistently setting a bedtime that allows my child to get at least nine hours of sleep?
Do I routinely review report cards and help to set goals for doing better?
Am I allowing time each day to hear about what is happening at school?
Do I expect my child to go to school every day and be on time?
If you answered YES to these questions, then you are moving in the right direction! By teaching and reinforcing the skills your child needs and enhancing those taught in the classroom, you can help build a strong home-school partnership that supports learning.
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With thousands of colleges to choose from, college planning is exciting, but the process can also seem overwhelming for many families.
Parents and students can learn more about college options this weekend at the Wake County College and Post Secondary Opportunity Fair. Read more... |
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Most colleges and universities use SAT scores as one of the admissions criteria. Students who are preparing to take the SAT can learn about the upcoming dates for this test, here.
WCPSS Students continue to earn high scores on the SAT. Click here for the 2009-10 SAT Results. |
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You may be aware of some recent changes to the Healthful Living Curriculum since the passage of the Healthy Youth Act of 2009.
On June 25, 2009, the NC Legislature ratified the Healthful Youth Act into law which modifies GS 115C-81. This act redefines what is included in the sexuality education component of health education in grades 7 through 12. Read more... |
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Annual K-12 Magnet Fair
Enjoy Interactive Display Booths, Student Performances and More
First Tuesdays
Monthly
Magnet Info Sessions
Moms Morning Out
Sessions for Families with Rising Kindergartners
Visit the Magnet Webpage for more information.
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