Sandra Gaddy, Counselor
Parents who need to talk with me or set up an appointment can call 489-3813 anytime. I will be happy to meet with you & discuss any concerns that you have. I will be honored to work around your work schedule & meet before or after school if necessary. |
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Positive Thoughts on Testing from Mrs. Gaddy...
Testing Tips:
- Follow test directions carefully.
- Read all the answers before you choose one.
- Answer the easy questions first.
- If you don't know an answer, make the best guess you can.
- Fill in the whole bubble to mark your answer.
- Completely erase incorrect answers and any marks outside the bubble.
- Check your answers when you're done.
- Don't change your answers unless you are sure they're wrong.
- Stay relaxed -take some deep breaths.
- "Don't stress the Test & Give it your Best!"
About the Counselor:
Middle school counselors enhance the learning process
and promote academic achievement. The school counselor works as a team
member with school staff, parents and the community to create a caring,
supportive climate and atmosphere whereby young adolescents can achieve
academic success.
| Kids Who Are Different Here's to the Kids who are different, The Kids who always get A's, The Kids who have ears twice the size of their peers, And noses that goes on for days..... Here's to the kids who are different, The Kids they call crazy of dumb, The Kids who don't fit, with the guts and the grit, Who dance to a different drum.... Here's to the kids who are different, The kids with the mischievous streak, For when they have grown, as history's shown, It's their difference that makes them unique. |
Safeplace: If someone is hurting you, call for help You can call Safe Place Inc. at (256) 7676210 1-800-550-9215 or the Children's Advocacy Center (256) 760-1140 "True wealth is what you are, not what you have." author unknown |
10 Ways to Help Your Teen Improve Study Skills
1. Encourage daily studying even if there is no homework. Reviewing lessons
increases understanding.
2. Set up a regular study time in a comfortable quiet place where your teen
won't be distracted.
3. Provide enough supplies and space for your teen to get work done. It helps to
have a dictionary, encyclopedia, and computer available.
4. Have your teen take notes while reading. This can help make concepts clearer.
5. Give your teen a daily planner or calendar to keep assignments organized.
6. Help your teen prioritize tasks. An overwhelming project can be broken down
into small steps and completed more efficiently.
7. Suggest that your teen attend after-school study sessions or seek extra help
from teachers.
8. Assist your teen in setting goals and deadlines. Gauging workloads should
help prevent cramming and stress.
9. Offer your assistance in the studying process. Read cue cards and give pop
quizzes to enhance learning.
10. Be willing to give your teens rides to and from study sessions or events
that will facilitate learning.
Remember when you show an interest in education, your teen will, too.
10 Ways to help your teen manage time.
1. Give your teen a daily planner or calendar. They're valuable aids for
organizing and gauging time.
2. Limit TV, Computer, and phone usage so they don't interfere with the time
needed to get schoolwork done.
3. Promote proper rest and nutrition. Plenty of sleep and a healthy diet
increase the energy and the ability to accomplish more.
4. Encourage making a” To Do list" each night so your teen prepares for what
needs to be done the next day.
5. Help your teen prioritize. The most important tasks should be completed
first.
6. Suggest keeping materials and papers organized. The less time spent looking
for items, the more time spent getting things done.
7. Try to prevent your teen from taking on to many activities. Make sure enough
time is allotted for schoolwork and sleep.
8. Teach your teen to break large projects into smaller tasks. They will make
daunting assignments more manageable.
9. Remind your teen that perfection isn't necessary. Trying to perfect can cause
stress and procrastination.
10. Have your teen combine activities-Such as reading while riding the bus-to
make an effective use of time.
Remember
You serve as a role model for your teen so manage your time wisely also.
Ten ways to HELP your teen prepare for tests.
1 Provide a quiet place to study and prepare for tests. Keep the area clear of
distractions and noise.
2 Suggest seeking extra help from teachers if needed. Study groups with fellow
students can also be beneficial.
3 Teach your teen to take tests seriously, but not to get overly anxious. Too
much stress can cause stress.
4 Stress the importance of doing and other class assignments so your teen is
familiar with test topics.
5 Encourage studying over a period of time, not cramming the night before.
Information is more easily retained when it is learned over a longer timeframe.
6 Promote positive self-talk, such as "I know I can do this." Help your teen
feel upbeat about doing his or her best.
7 Remind your teen to listen to or read test directions carefully.
8 Recommend that your teen look over the entire test before starting and
complete the easiest questions first.
9 Ensure that your teen gets proper sleep the night before and has a balanced
breakfast before on test day. Being well rested and eating right will keep your
teens energy level up.
10 Make sure your teen is on time for tests and has required supplies, such as
pencils, pens, and calculators.
Remember
Your support and concern will show that you care about your teens education and
future.