10 School Problems Parents of Teens Face And What to Do About Them

Your teen is too involved and over scheduled.

1. Sit down with your teen and take a realistic look at his/her schedule.

2. Have him/her prioritize the activities.

3. Fit in what can be done and drop what can’t.

4. Role-play with your teen and teach him/her how to drop an activity respectfully.

Others may be putting a bit of pressure on your teen to continue an activity that he/she would prefer to drop. If this is the case, come up with a plan with your teen on how to handle the other person. It may or may not take your intervention. Let your teen make that choice.

Index: 10 School Problems Parents of Teens Face And What to Do About Them

1. Your teen is falling asleep in class.
2. Your teen is not getting along with a teacher.
3. Your teen is having trouble doing the work or homework.
4. Your teen is never prepared and needs you to get things at the last minute.
5. Your teen is not involved in extracurricular activities and sports.
6. Your teen is too involved and over scheduled.
7. Your teen lacks direction, not isnt thinking about his/her future at all.
8. Problems with his/her peer group that affects your teens performance at school.
9. Your teen has a hard time taking tests.
10. Your teen spends too much time in detention/suspension/the principals office.