Sophomore year is a turning point in high school. Students begin laying the groundwork for college and career success. As a parent, you can help your 10th grader make this year count by guiding them toward intentional habits and meaningful exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Strengthen Academic and Life Skills 2. Build Test-Taking and Reading Confidence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Now\u2019s the time to take the SCT, PSAT, or ACTs. These early experiences improve test-taking endurance and highlight areas to strengthen. Oklahoma schools offer these exams for free\u2014check with your school counselor to find out your school\u2019s testing date. Also, introduce your student to speed reading techniques. With heavier reading loads in high school and college, this skill can dramatically improve comprehension, retention, and pacing\u2014especially helpful during timed tests. Our students start our speed reading program on the first day they begin working with us. Within a few months, most of our students have doubled their reading speed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Help your teen refine their study habits and improve time management. Encourage consistent routines, review strategies, regular homework time, and sleep. No matter the school\u2019s academic policy, do not allow your student to turn in homework late. Teach them the vital lifeskill of timeliness. Developing strong habits today can help reduce stress in junior year. We set high expectations for our students, knowing with confidence they can meet those expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n