The aftermath of a challenging school year can cause some students to lose their educational incentive, but there are a number of steps to prepare them for the upcoming academic experience. Dr. Louise Davis, child and family development specialist with Mississippi State University's Extension Service, said resiliency is one good way to help a student regain and maintain a steady focus at school.
Some children have a bad school year and feel that they are prone to failing.
They need to learn that one bad experience won't hinder their academic future. Helping a student improve in school should be a team effort between students, parents, teachers and school administrators. The parent's role can be very beneficial to the child's preparation for a new school year. It is also good for parents to focus on the areas their child excels in to help broaden these skills. One way to do this is to involve the child in some sort of summer camp or activity that enhances their learning skills.