Parents naturally want to spare their children pain, Dr. Rosemond told a recent audience that included SMS faculty and day parents. If they want them to mature, however, parents need to step back and allow children to build self-esteem through their own achievements. With a bird's-eye view of advisees' behavior and performance, advisors form a direct link between parents and the school. Study skills courses. This course introduces the tools necessary for an effective transition to SMS, including time management, organization, note- taking, listening, goal planning and computer literacy.
Every student has the opportunity to attend one or more proctored study halls daily.
The goal is to provide a structured, quiet atmosphere conducive to studying. Saturday morning study hall. Attend-ance is required for those invited by teachers for late work or absences. Special services are available at an extra charge to supplement the above.