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High school is a big step in every teenager\u2019s life. Parents can make their student\u2019s transition from middle school to high school easier by asking all the right questions and taking all the right steps in deciding which school works best for your child. Here are some tips on what to look for and ask when looking at high schools.<\/p>\n

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School Culture<\/h2>\n

Get a feel for the overall culture<\/a> and asses the students that go to school there. Take a tour and walk the hallways with a faculty member. They can point out all the standout facts and events happening at the school. You can learn about the monthly assemblies that happen, as well as sports and other extracurricular activities.<\/p>\n

Resources<\/h2>\n

Ask questions about the student teacher interaction. Is there a good student to teacher ratio? Your child will succeed in high school if he or she has all the right tools and people helping them. Learn about the guidance counselor\u2019s services and other available resources, like tutoring. Find out if faculty members are regularly available to help students after school.<\/p>\n

Academics Offered<\/h2>\n

When choosing a high school, think about the academic subjects<\/a> your child loves and see if those subjects are offered. Is your child good at solving math problems or writing stories? Take into consideration what your child is best at and check if specific electives are offered that will enhance your child\u2019s education skills. Aside from the core classes, consider fun classes that could bring out your child\u2019s creative side like a pottery or design class.<\/p>\n

Extracurricular Activities<\/h2>\n

Chances are your child will want to be involved<\/a> in high school. Find out what sports and clubs are offered. Ask your child the top 3 sports or clubs that most interest them and check if the school has those activities. If you child isn\u2019t interested in playing a specific sport, maybe they\u2019ll want to attend sporting events after class. Is Friday night football or volleyball games the most popular event to attend? Let your child\u2019s interest create their path in high school.<\/p>\n

Parent Engagement<\/h2>\n

Consider the level of parent involvement expected at the high school you\u2019re considering. Are parent- teacher conferences scheduled each quarter or semester? Is there a parent-teacher association for parents to voice their ideas and concerns? Look for schools that encourage and invite parent interaction.<\/p>\n

Location\/Cost<\/h2>\n

Parents may also find it necessary to also think about their own needs when choosing \u00a0If students are being driven to school each day, is the school conveniently located? If there\u2019s a school bus, what time will it pick your child up and how long is the ride? Parents also need to keep costs<\/a> in mind that may not be obvious, such as transportation costs, uniform costs, fees to join clubs or sports, technology fees, and equipment insurance fees. Fees can accumulate, so try and get a handle on all the individual costs that could be incurred throughout the year.<\/p>\n

Graduation Rates<\/h2>\n

The most important trait of a high school is the graduation rate. Ask schools to provide statistics the percent of students who graduate and the number that go on to college. Usually, this information can also be found online. The success of students should be one of the most important tests in deciding which school your child should attend.<\/p>\n

Your child\u2019s best interests are always paramount when choosing a high school, but with so many different options, considering each of the above points may make the decision process a little easier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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