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Show Volume IX Issue IX THE OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Page 13 February 15, 2004 Top Five Mistakes Bright Parents Make (NAPSI)-Even the smartest, most-informed parents can make mistakes. arenting children through their school years requires a balancing act between what’s best for family dynamics and for a child’s academic success. Dr. Andrea Pastorok of Kumon Math and Reading Centers offers the following tips to help parents avoid five common mistakes when dealing with a child’s scholastic achievement: deny it—listen. Depending on the situation, speak to your child about the incident in the privacy of your home and decide the best way to handle it. Dr. Pastorok is an education specialist with Kumon Math and Reading Centers. She has a doctorate in educational psychology. MEMORABILIA cont. from page 11 Since 1958, Kumon Math and Reading Centers has helped children strengthen math and reading skills, increase self-confidence, and develop study skills that last a lifetime. To locate a Kumon Center in your neighborhood call: 1-800-ABCMATH or visit www.kumon.com. Scottish Sports Hall of Fame in Edinburgh. Kays of Scotland manufactured Stone No. 1829, made from Ailsa Craig’s blue hone granite, as part of a matched set of 82 stones for use in the 2002 Olympics. Ailsa Craig, a small island off the West Coast of Scotland, is the traditional source of granite for curling stones because its granite is highly resistant to pitting. Historical Photo 1. Expecting Perfection Instead of Progress—if you only praise your child when he completes a task or reaches a goal, he may give up long before he ever gets there. Demonstrate to your child that you believe in him by giving genuine and frequent praise for progress and effort. Quinn McKay Barbara Smith Joe Collard 2. Allowing Your Child to Quit Whenever the Work Gets Hard—Encourage your child to persevere when schoolwork becomes challenging by becoming her coach to get her through the tough spots. Help her to take a one-step-ata-time approach. Work with her to identify the information needed to solve problems and pinpoint places where she gets “stuck.” Jean Jude 3. Underestimating Your Child’s Ability— Don’t assume your child will be weak in a subject because you were, and don’t underestimate their abilities. Expect your child to reach their potential in all subjects, not just the ones that are easiest. If your child is struggling in math but loves reading, help your child discover new ways to enjoy math. However, keep your expectations realistic. 4. Allowing Your Child to be Disorganized—To ensure that children will become successful students, parents must help them acquire good study habits and strong organizational skills. Start by creating a special learning area at home; set aside time for homework and reading. For older children, teach them to organize their time by using a calendar or planner. 5. Refusing to Admit that Your Child is Capable of Wrongdoing—Not My Kid!— Children are individuals, and no matter how hard we try to raise smart, honest, and caring children, they will make mistakes or poor decisions. If a teacher, friend, or parent brings to your attention your child’s behavior—don’t HUNTSVILLE SCHOOL 6th or 7th GRADE, CIRCA 1936. 1-Raymond McKay; 2-Leon McKay; 3-Bryan Renstrom; 4-Gordon Madsen; 5-Chris Petersen; 6-Jack Smith?; 7-Verna Bess Ferrall; 8-Verla Allen; 9-Russell McDonald; 10-Joan Jensen; 11-Grace?; 12-Donna Winter; 13-Dorothy Stewart. There are children in the background who aren’t known. If you recognize any of the unknown people, please contact Shanna Francis at 745-2688 or Jeannie Wendell at 745-2879. Photo courtesy of Gordon K. Madsen of Granada Hills, California. 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