If that student s scores are significantly below the average, I think the parent needs to then say, maybe the student needs more at this point than what I have to offer, Dr. Garber said. Special classes can provide the answer to the outside testing and influences a child. I have ruined my child s future. Don t panic. You haven t ruined them.
College is still an option and their future can remain in tact.
It may just take a little extra work on your part. Parents need to find out SAT dates and requirements, ensure that their child is taking the correct courses, and make sure that their kid is keeping a log book and portfolio of all of their work. Every college requires that a student take six to eight math credits, six science credits, six social studies credits and eight electives. The electives traditionally include foreign languages, arts and computer. Keeping a very detailed log book and portfolio will also be a valuable tool when dealing with college admissions officers.