LHS Home > Parent Portal > Supporting Your Child's Schooling at Home Supporting Your Child's Schooling at Home •How home and school intersect While schooling is a critically important part of a person's education, it's just one part. A child's education encompasses all of the learning that she or he does in life. Teachers and schools are in charge of our child's schooling, but parents facilitate and support their children's overall education in many ways. Learning happens in the school and at home How parent involvement supports a child's education •Spark your child's success A parent's involvement in a child's education is the single most important factor in that child's academic success. There are many small and practical things parents can do to support their child's learning. What parents can do to make a difference The art of the question •How does your child shine? All of us have different learning styles, different ways in which we are "smart." It's very helpful for parents to be aware of the ways in which children learn best, and to help children come to know their strengths and the ways they learn best. Parents can also help their children develop their abilities to learn in other ways as well. What are "multiple intelligences?" Multiple intelligences and your child Multiple intelligences inventory for adults •Parenting styles–where do you fit in? Educational research shows that certain parenting styles are more effective than others in encouraging children's academic success. Characteristics of parenting that promote academic success Four common ways parents discourage their children Turning discouragement into encouragement What encouragement sounds like Assessing your coaching skills •Homework Homework can be a source of dread for both child and parent, but there are many ways you can help your child to manage his or her homework assignments and build strong learning skills. Helping with science and math homework. Helping your child achieve high standards. Back to Parent Portal home

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