Seventh grade is the year high schools will be looking at when they determine if your child is eligible for any special programs or specific admission qualifications. Parents of 6th graders, this is a "heads-up", so you can help your son or daughter begin to form better habits, in academics, or possibly behavior. Seventh-grade parents, I want to urge you more than ever to encourage your child in academic pursuits, or in the arts, mechanical, or whatever their particular strength may be.
Philadelphia has a great number of excellent public high schools, from the "special admissions" (strong academic, performing arts, or perhaps admission by lottery), to academic/vocational programs.
I encourage students (especially in 7th grade) to start thinking about what kind of work they want to do as adults, that could benefit others. I get many different answers including doctor, football player, veterinarian, artist, and mechanic. We often write about the things we are good at doing, and that make us happy. Sometimes they change their minds about their original dream!
When the high school applications are given out in 8th grade, we research the students' visions for the future, and the type of preparation (apprenticeships, college, etc.) certain careers require. This is a fairly extensive project, using a graphic organizer to address different areas. When the time comes, you will see the rubric!
I am aware that many families move to the States for education and job opportunities, and so their children can have "a better life". Although these children are still very young, it's never too soon to help them to realize their potential as happy, productive individuals!
Teaching them to communicate effectively, orally, or writing, is so important, whatever they choose--
It is a privilege for me to be able to help guide your child!
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