Going to college can be a stressful time for parents and their children. It’s a time of great
change, with a lot of laughs and tears. Even though your senior may be ready to go to
college, it’s still going to be a big adjustment. Shamrck understands that the more prepared for college they are, the better their chances of succeeding and staying happy during their time away at school.
You’ll want to give your child the best information and support you can. Every child is
different, but there are some things that every college-bound senior should know.
Remember the Importance of More Than “Book-Learning”
College is about new experiences and not all of them take place in the classroom. In order
to help your high school senior be as prepared for college as possible, do all you can to
ensure they’re ready for life inside
and
outside of the classroom.
- Remind them that their relationships will change, no matter who they’re with.
- Repeat that they have your support – no matter what direction life takes.
- Equip them with knowledge about alcohol, drugs, sex, and other serious matters.
- Provide only an agreed-upon sum of money, and only when necessary.
- Discuss the future with real world examples, so they’re focused on success.
There is so much to a college experience today, and it’ll be different for each person. Some
of that is due to differences in personality, but some of it also depends on how far away
from home the college is. If a student is living at home, his college experience may be far
different than a student who is hundreds or even thousands of miles away from his parents.
The influence you have over your child throughout the senior year in high school will
change when they go off to college. Understand that even the best parenting doesn’t always
save a child from challenges.
You can prepare your child for college, but then it’s up
to them.
The Value of Education in Today’s World
Education is becoming more and more valuable
with each passing year. Technology is
changing the way things are done and those with higher education are generally the ones
who see the most success.
It can be hard to get a high school senior to take the
future seriously, but imparting good information is vital.
By utilizing Shamrck, you are helping to prepare your child for a successful college experience and future that is unique to them and their interests.
When you see your senior off to college, remember that there will be somewhat of a trial
and error style of learning, at least at first. Some people are ready for college right out of
high school, and some aren’t. If your child isn’t ready and doesn’t perform well, don’t
despair. He can attend college at a later date and do just fine.
In short, don’t assume that your child will perform exactly the way you expect; all you can
do is give the best information and support you have to offer. Keep in mind that your young
adult is an individual and will have to find his or her own way. The life experienced in
college and beyond is up to them!
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