1. Duncanrig Secondary School How Can I Support My Child In S1? Welcome

2. Duncanrig Secondary School Outline of the evening How Can I Support My Child? Introduction by Headteacher Presentations in small groups Social Gathering for Q and A

3. Duncanrig Secondary School Encourage Work Together Support How Can I Support My Child?

4. §Be positive! Show belief in his/her abilities and agree realistic targets for success in each subject. §Be a part of his/her journey through school. Know the key dates and key events. Talk regularly and meaningfully with your child. Keep tabs on how he/she is spending his/her time. §Avoid the temptation to nag! Be supportive in any way you can: help, advice, finding time for him/her to work, helping to create an environment at home that is conducive to effective study.

5. Duncanrig Secondary School How Can I Support My Child? The Important Events  Homework  Class Tests  S1 Tracking Reports  S1 Parents Evening  S1 Options Programme

6. Know the Important Dates and Events §If you are aware of the important dates and events you can plan your own time better to provide support and be more sensitive to your child’s needs during crucial times. §You are also in a better position to ensure that time is spend effectively, balancing between working and relaxing.

7. Duncanrig Secondary School Good Routines  Dedicated Times  Dedicated Place  Reduce/Eliminate Distractions  Use Praise – repeatedly  Monitor Positively - dialogue

8. §The value of good routines is huge. Help to establish these. §Good routines build good habits and goods habits make a huge contribution to successful learning. §You have to encourage good habits and keep talking to your child to ensure that the good routines are being followed. Don’t be fobbed off with “Of course I am”. Make sure for yourself.

9. Duncanrig Secondary School Work With Us Know the important people:  Register Teacher  Guidance Teacher  Head of S1 – Mr Obre

10. §Contact the app if you feel that you need help or advice. §Be positive. Be Aware.