Strive To Success

Be active

Commit yourselves to playing an active role in your child's development in school and activities. Frequently, many parents leave the responsibility for their child's education solely with the teacher. No matter how satisfied you may be with your child's teacher (and I hope you are very satisfied), this practice is unwise. Remain involved on a consistent basis, and feel free to ask questions and raise any concerns that you may have about your child's progress.

Hard work

Repeatedly express to your child how important it is to work hard, take life seriously, and achieve as much as possible. Explain all the benefits that come from learning, such as increased pride and confidence, greater life options and a greater ability to participate in community affairs and activities. You can never repeat this message too many times.

Encourage independence

Encourage your child to complete their activities as independently as possible. Offer help only when necessary. Giving too much assistance may cause your child to become too dependent on you while not giving enough may cause frustration. Strive to achieve the right balance so that your child exercises responsibility while you still remain actively involved in overseeing their efforts, both on daily activities and during long-term projects.

Smile

Light up your face and the heart of another person with a smile. Sadly enough, smiles nowadays can be misinterpreted as an attempt to seduce someone, an expression of naivety, or even dumbness. Put smiling back where it deserves to be: an expression of joy and positive feelings and a way to connect with other humans.