Ask what conditions make it easier for your child to do assignments. Knowing how they learn helps students do better.
Teach your child to ask who, what, when, where, why, and how when doing research.
Ask family members to describe ways they used math today.
Tell your child a story that teaches an important lesson.
Get up early one morning and take a walk around your neighborhood with your child. Does it seem different early in the morning?
Think of synonyms for words with your child. For example, a synonym for tired is fatigued.
Play Math Jeopardy. Say a number. Can your child come up with a problem for which it is the answer?
Attention students and parents! If you are interested in Advanced Placement (AP) courses, you are invited to attend the AP Information night on January 23 at 5:30 pm in the WCHS PAC. See image for more information
Ask what your child likes most about this year’s classes.
Ask your child to figure out the average of something: family members’ ages, number of pairs of socks owned by family members, etc.
Plan to attend as many school events for families as possible in the rest of the school year.
Encourage your child to read during quiet times at home. Before bed is a perfect time to read.
Discuss what life was like 25 years ago. What was the same? What was
different?
Ask your child to name a few favorite family activities from last year.
Make a plan to do them again this year, if possible.
Ask to hear about one thing your child is looking forward to right now.
Encourage your child to jot down unfamiliar words while reading to look up later.
The Spring 2025 Dual Enrollment Orientation meeiting will be held on Tuesday, January 7 2025 in the WCHS cafeteria. See image for more details.
You invited to WCHS Band Concert on Tuesday, December 10 at 7:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center. The concert will include performances by the Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Concert, Symphonic, and Wind Ensemble. We hope to see you there!
Ask your child to teach you something about a school subject—even if you already know the material.
Review goals for the school year. Is your child making progress?