Welcome to SSES Counseling Center

Homework Tips

• Check your student’s grades regularly on PowerSchool. Go to https://ps.ssummit.org/public/

• Have your student study and retake tests/quizzes. ​

• Set a specific time each day for student’s homework time.​

• Limit distractions such as cell phones, TV and video games.​

• Encourage your student to attend our extra school programs: Monday Morning Math before school, Friday Read to me before school, and the after-school programs if they apply. ​​​

• Contact teachers with questions. Go to the South Summit Elementary School website:    https://www.ssummit.org/o/elementary to access teachers’ email addresses​

• Encourage sleep. (Avoid TV in bedroom or cell phone use during the night).

Secrets to School Success Checklist

1. I attend school regularly (no more than 6 absences a year).

2. I try to sit close to the front of the room in my class.

3. I give my teachers eye contact.

4. I am on time for my classes.

5. I meet with my teachers to discuss assignments and make-up work.

6. I ask questions in class when I don't understand assignments.

7. I participate in class discussions.

8. I turn my assignments in on time.

9. When I am absent, I ask for make-up work the day I get back.

10. My assignments are neat and organized when I turn them in.

11. I take notes in my class.

12. I review my class notes and assignments every day.

13. I read regularly for school assignments and for my own enjoyment.

14. I have a regular study time at home.

15. I eat a nutritious breakfast every morning. 

16. I get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every night.

17. I want to succeed in school.

18. I behave appropriately in all of my classes.

19. The people I care most about value my opinions.

20. I have a good school schedule.

21. I know my abilities and interest.

22. I have a plan for school success today and for the future.

23. My parents are involved in my education.

15-23 points         You want to be successful in school.

10-14 points         You are working on being successful in school

0-9 points             You need some help in learning how to be successful in school