Preparing Students for the 21 st Century

1. Parents Preparation – provide supplies and establish rules such as sleep habits Join the PTSA Review and become familiar with your school’s website Sign up for Edline Attend Back-to-School NIGHT Review Course information on Edline Seek Additional Resources Encourage participation in Extracurricular Activities Seek and direct Leadership Opportunities Observe/adjust study habits Monitor notes, and writing and math skills Stay Involved to ensure Academic Success Educators/Teachers Provide a “Welcoming Learning Environment” Prove appropriate materials and instruction Direct the learning process for effective engagement Be available for follow-up Students Be prepared for school Enter school “Ready to Learn” Sign up for Edline Establish a place/resource center to study at home “Be responsible for your own Learning” and dialogue with teachers Keep an organized notebook and back pack Seek out Extracurricular Activities Seek/Identify opportunities to develop Leadership skills Volunteer – Earn Student Service Learning hours Stay Focused on Academic Achievement Preparing Students for the 21st Century Prepared by the BCC Council on Excellence for African American Students08//09