BACK TO SCHOOL LIKE A PRO Top Strategies to Share for a Successful Academic Year
Find a study zone. If students live in a dorm or a busy household, it’s beneficial for them to create a study sanctuary or find a place that works for them to get things done. Having a clean, organized, distraction-free space to work in improves focus. Help kids keep distractions like cellphones tucked away in a drawer or out of sight in this area. For college students, campuses have many quiet places, like libraries.
Participate in class and clubs. Participating in class and extracurricular activities can help students get the most out of their educational experience. Studies have found that students who sit in the front row of class and ask questions have fewer absences and better classroom performances. Encourage your kids to participate; they’ll understand the subject matter better, and teachers will be more likely to write them a recommendation. By joining a club or sport, they’ll build critical social connections, learn life and time management skills, and become more confident. As you help your kids, younger or older, prepare for this exciting time, remember that their success is based on good habits. Remind them to focus, work hard, and have fun making new friends and discovering who they are. – Michael Packard
As the school bells prepare to ring in another academic year, students of all ages pack their backpacks, organize their planners, and probably feel excitement and nerves. Whether they’re stepping into a new classroom, returning to familiar hallways, or heading off to college, this back-to-school season is the perfect time for parents to help their kids prepare for a successful year. Here are three tips for students to ace this school year. Stay ahead of schedule. With all the assignments ahead, staying on top of the workload and, even better, staying ahead of schedule is essential. Creating a homework routine is vital. It’s best to start assignments immediately instead of cramming at the last minute. This practice will help students meet deadlines and reduce their stress. Encourage a planner or to-do list to prioritize daily tasks. Then, suggest your kids pick one day a week to organize and plan what they need to accomplish.
Lime Chicken With Corn and Poblano Salad
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Ingredients Chicken • 3 tbsp olive oil
Inspired by PureWow.com
Corn and poblano salad • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 poblano peppers, diced • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1 14-oz can of corn • 4 scallions, minced • Juice of 2 limes • 1/3 cup chopped cilantro • Salt and pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper • 1 1/2 tsp salt • 3/4 tsp black pepper • Zest of 1 lime • 8 chicken thighs
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. In a large oven-proof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. 3. In a bowl, whisk flour, spices, and lime zest. Dredge chicken in the mix to coat. 4. Add chicken, skin-side down, to skillet, then place skillet in the oven for 30–35 minutes. 5. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil and add poblanos. Sauté 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another minute. 6. In a bowl, add poblano mix, corn, scallions, lime juice, and cilantro, toss and serve with the chicken.
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