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Going to school online can be a challenge for both the student and the learning coach. It is a whole new world; a virtual world that is. The support your child gets from you is one of the most important things that will determine their success in this environment. Here are 5 ways to support your child: 1. BE PREPARED Make sure you look at your daily plan ahead of time. Know what time each session starts and ends and prepare your child ahead of time for their sessions. If it is close to lunch time, make sure you have snacks handy in case they get hungry. 2. COMMUNICATE WITH TEACHERS Having a relationship with the teacher is essential especially virtually. Talk to the teacher about any issues that arise as soon as they come up. They understand the challenges of schooling online because they are teaching online as well. 3. ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD Let your child know how special they are to be going to school online. They are the trendsetters and are leading the way in education. If they feel good about themselves, they will have more success. As they are working, let them know how they are progressing. Be specific when you praise them so that they know exactly what they have done well. 4. GET MOVING It is important to get up and get moving. Sometimes a change of scenery and some fresh air is necessary. Take every opportunity to go outside and take a walk, go for a bike ride or any other activity that gets your body moving. It could be as simple as doing jumping jacks, running in place or even dancing. 5. BE AWARE Be aware of how your child is doing. Ask them questions. Create a space where they feel free to communicate with you. You spend more time with them than anyone else and they need to know that you are listening, that their feeling are important and that they are being heard.
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