Guidance

Speak in a calm voice.

Say what you mean and be prepared to listen.

Try not to interrupt the other person.

Avoid sarcasm, whining, threats or yelling.

Don't make personal attacks or be demeaning.

Don't think your answer is the only answer.

Try not to use works like "always" or "never".

Deal with the "now", not the past.

Don't try to get the last word.

If things get too heated, take a break and come back to the discussion later.

Make allowances for the other person.  Parents: Remember what it was like to be a teen.  Teen:  Remember that parents frequently react strongly because they know the stakes are high.  //  Acknowledge that you are in this together.  Build on your communication successes to address other subjects.

Parents:  Take time to eat with your child(ren) and listen to them talk about their day.

Parents:  Plan a study time to help your child with homework everyday.

Use slow breathing to relax.

If you begin to get too anxious, repeat slow breathing and picture your "Safe Place" for a moment to break the stress cycle.  Focus on your test taking strategy.

Look over the entire test to determine how long it is and where the most points are.  Determine a time limit for each section.

If you use acronyms, or other memory aids, write them down on a scratch piece of paper.

Answer the easy questions first.  Often these questions will have clues to harder questions.

Go back to the harder questions.  Look for clues.  Eliminate any obvious wrong answers.  If you are still not sure of the correct answer, take your best educated guess.

Budget your time so that you have a few minutes left at the end to check your answers.  Make sure you do not leave any blank.  

Withdrawal Form from incoming school

Discipline Report

Standardized Test Scores 

Most recent report card and current grades

Elementary and/or Middle School Transcript

Complete Immunization Record 

Proof of Residency (1. a lease or rental agreement, property tax statement, or homeownership title; AND 2. a current utility bill (telephone/cable bills will not be accepted). Records must include the name and street address of the parent/guardian.