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How to ensure that your child has a successful year!

1. Talk and listen to child's concerns. 2. Read to your child and have them read to you. 3. Establish daily routines that include time for homework. 4. Provide opportunities for your child to explore and play. 5. Eat meals together. 6. Develop good bedtime routines. 7. Research after-school programs that are offered, if needed for your child. 8. Be a positive role model for your child. 9. Set your child's goals high. 10. Seek out child development classes or other parenting group support if needed. 11. Use your authoritative rather than authoritarian control. 12. Take a strong interest in your child's school. 13. Communicate with your child's teacher. 14. Take active part in child's diverse cultural and linguistic background.