If the student is not being as successful as you would like, have the student study at the kitchen table rather than their bedroom. Give them a newspaper or book and have them read for 30 minutes. Or, have them draft a Letter to the Editor about a concern facing their community. High school students DO have homework. Accept the challenge of checking your student s work.
Some students are very good at hiding the facts.
Take away all distractions during their study time. Insist on performance first - rewards come second. Buy your student a Daily Planner and help them learn how to effectively use it. Time management and organization of tasks are critical for success. Parents don t be afraid of the work.