Students who feel they are not challenged by or engaged in their classes should:
- Check to be sure they are fulfilling all current expectations of the teacher.
- Speak with their teacher regarding their concerns. Ask for more feedback on their work.
- Ask the teacher for supplementary work they could explore on their own.
- Find other work related to class and/or personal interest. Our librarian (or a community librarian) or your parent could help you with your search.
If the situation is not remedied:
- Share their concern with a parent and school counselor and seek guidance on how to proceed.
- Speak with a building administrator to seek further solutions.
Parents who are concerned their child is not being adequately challenged should:
- Seek to understand the nature of the class by talking with their student and the teacher about the course syllabus and the behavior expectations.
- Ensure your child is actively participating in his/her education during the school hours by talking with the teacher about the quality of work of the student and the academic expectations of the teacher.
- Monitor the study habits of their student to ensure the student is doing all he/she can to maximize the challenge of the work.
- Ask teachers for regular progress reports.
If the situation is not remedied:
- Discuss your concern in a parent/teacher conference arranged with a school counselor.
- Speak with a building administrator to seek further solutions.
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