GET READY FOR SUMMER 2016!!!

Patricia Kassir, SPIRAL Teacher

I.

INTRODUCTION

II.

6 TRAITS AND SECRET TO RAISING SMART KIDS

III.

PLAN ACTIVITIES THAT NEUTRALIZE SUMMER LEARNING

LOSS

A. Encourage Self-Directed Learning

B. Organizational Strategies for School

Activities should include EXPOSURE, EXPERIENCE,

ENGAGEMENT
WHAT CAN PARENTS DO OVER THE SUMMER?
Provide experiences that CHALLENGE children, DEVELOP their
talents, keep them ENGAGED, and EXPAND their horizons. A
few ideas
A. TRAVEL
B. ACADEMIC PRACTICE in 4 Core Areas
4 Core Areas of Learning: M/S/ LA/SS
C. FINE ARTS APPRECIATION
D. OTHER SUBJECTS Grammar, Handwriting
E. FAMILY BOOK CLUB
F. SUMMER CAMPS
G. RESOURCES, E.D. Hirsch

IV.

THINKING ABOUT THE FUTURE

Success Isnt a Straight Line
Be proactive about educational goals.

V.

G/T RESOURCES, DUKE TIP

VI.

QUESTIONS/COMMENTS