As we head into each new quarter, things seem to fall into place. The first half is always smooth. Grades are refreshed, students don’t have as much to worry about, and there is no indicator to contact your child’s teachers.
Your child might continually say, “my grades are fine,” and you have no reason not to believe them. There have been no red flags. But you’ve been here before. Almost every term, often toward the middle, something pops up. A grade is missing, your child avoids a class, and assignments pile up.
At Just2 we recommend getting ahead of the term by paying attention to these early signs of struggle. We understand the pattern that follows this period of time when all seems fine. To help combat this, here is a list of struggles to pay attention to in your child.
Indicators of Struggling Students
- Early quiz grades have low scores
- Already seeing missing assignments
- Withdrawal/Isolation from school discussions
- Early remarks of worry from teachers
- Unregulated time management
- Constant arguments
- Avoiding work or making excuses
- Sleep schedule is all over the place
The Achievement Method Equation
If any of these common signs of struggle are appearing we recommend a number of achievement methods in order to find the best way for your child to succeed. As you review the table, think of our process working like this: Indicators of Struggle→Achievement Method→Indicators of Success
Indicators of Early Struggle |
J2 Achievement Method |
Indicators of Positive Success |
Early Quiz Grades Have Low Scores
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Identify Effective Study Strategies
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Higher Quiz Grades
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Already Missing Assignments
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Maintain And Use Organization And Time Management Tools
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Student Portal Indicates No Missing Or Late Submissions
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Withdrawal/Isolation From School Discussions
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Weekly Check-In And Reporting By Coaches
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Transparency And Guided Discussions About School
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Early Teacher Concerns
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Consistent Communication As Required
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Teacher Acknowledgement
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Constant Arguments When It Comes To School
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Weekly Check-Ins And Talking Points To Improve Discussions
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Having An Open-Dialogue And A Mediator
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Avoiding Work Or Making Excuses
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Accountability Coaching And Organizing Schedules
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Understanding Time Management And Being Direct
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Unregulated Time Usage
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Scheduling Time For Fun And Work
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Organized Work Schedule
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Dysregulated Sleep Schedule
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Creating A Routine For Healthy Sleep
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Regular Sleep Schedule
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The Just2 Way
If you are experiencing any of the struggles we have detailed above, you are not alone. At Just2, we work with you and your child to create a formula for success. At Just2, we develop relationships between teachers, students, and parents to change struggle into success.
Our comprehensive achievement methods give students the freedom they want while parents get the relief they need. We know each student is unique, so we offer many different strategies and pair your child with their own personal Just2 Coach.
To talk with us about your experience, get in contact with us today! Your initial consultation will start your student’s journey to a successful semester.
