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SUPPORTING YOUR STUDENT’S SUCCESS Head Start Parent & Family Program University of Windsor Transition to University

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SUPPORTING YOUR STUDENT’S SUCCESS

Head Start Parent & Family ProgramUniversity of Windsor

Transition to University

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Follow us on Twitter: ◦ @UWindsor (#UWinHeadStart)

Uwin App: ◦ www.uwindsor.ca/app

Facebook: ◦ Students: NewAtUWindsor2013-2014◦ Parents: Parents of UWindsor Students

UWindsor Social Media

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Parent Website (www.uwindsor.ca/parents)

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… Actively involved in students’ university choice through the decision process

…Seen by students as their supporters & advocates

… Involved in all aspects of their students’ lives

… Concerned about safety

We Often Find That Parents Are…

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… Consider education as a significant financial investment◦ Sometimes contributes to view of education as a

consumer commodity but students need to put forth effort to achieve goals

… Enjoy stronger, continual communication with their children◦ Family calling plans, Email, Texting, Social

networks, Skype

We Often See That Parents …

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Students lives are more structured

This generation is more protected

Societal trend towards prolonged adolescence

Greater adjustment in university ◦ Must accept that they are largely responsible for

their own learning at university

What Does This Mean for Students?

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Partnering

University

ParentsStudents

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As the parent or family member of a first year student, what do you see as your role?

In what areas might you encourage more independence in your student?

Discussion Time

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The University provides quality services to meet students’ needs

Students’ needs don’t always match their wants & expectations

Students are responsible for their own success

University and Students as Partners

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Families support student success by helping support the University’s goals for student development outcomes

Our goal is to enable students to:◦ Develop self-management skills◦ Problem solve independently ◦ Become effective self-advocates

This is the foundation of the whole learning environment and helps to shape their skill set as adults

University and Parents as Partners

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Together, we can help students develop:

University and Parents as Partners

•Sense of responsibility/accountability•Self-management skills•Goal-Orientation•Self-Confidence•Resilience•Appreciation of differences•Tolerance of ambiguity•Learning from mistakes•Feeling empowered to advocate for

themselves•Problem solving strategies

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Work with university partners to facilitate not just achievement but personal development

Accept that “fixing” hampers personal growth

Continue to be supportive while encouraging greater independence, and self sufficiency

University and Parents as Partners

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Role change:Manager ConsultantOnsite supervisor Mentor/Coach

Help students manage their physical and mental health

University and Parents as Partners

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May be difficult to distinguish between normal & worrisome behaviour related to:

◦ Partying◦ Grades & level of achievement◦ Depression, changes in mood or personality◦ Relationships

You can:◦ Listen & ask questions◦ Follow tips provided in your handbook◦ Refer to campus services

Balancing Concerns with Establishing Independence

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Begin the process now by encouraging more independence

Some life skills examples:◦ Alarm Clocks (establish routine & encourage independence)

◦ Laundry, cooking and household responsibilities (teach the basic skills now & let them practice)

◦ Give students tools to manage their finances

Tips for Transitioning(Handbook: Page 30)

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Encourage students to get involved on campus:◦ Windsor Welcome Week (September 1-7)◦ Student Clubs & Societies (Club Days at WWW)◦ UWSA/OPUS Elections◦ [email protected]◦ Volunteer Website◦ ….and so many more!

Tips for Transitioning(Handbook: Page 14)

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Only students (even those under 18 years) have access to their grades (password protected)

Confidentiality of student records is governed by Senate By-Law that restricts direct release of grades to anyone but the student, even parents/guardians

Be open, positive and non threatening with your student and he/she will probably be more likely to share this information with you

Confidentiality Policy

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Students should seek academic advising each and every semester (especially if unsure about academic direction)◦ Departmental Advisors◦ Advising Centre (Student Success Centre in the fall)

Exploration of career avenues should begin in first year and continue throughout their academic program ◦ Centre for Career Education (Student Success Centre

in the fall)

Course Selection

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Many students may have already chosen courses & registered but they will still meet with advisors this morning to discuss choices & ask questions◦ Timetabling & registration assistance is available from

11:30 – 2:00 today in the Leddy Library

Students should become familiar with:◦ Web based course calendar ◦ Program requirements◦ Course requirements in syllabus

Allow students to develop independence & confidence by doing this on their own

Course Selection

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Many students experience a decline in grades from secondary school (must adjust to new expectations and teaching style)

At the same time, we do not expect that they will all be on probation

Do have to actively plan to meet deadlines, seek out assistance & adjust study habits

Students access their grades via Student Information System (SIS)

Academic Performance

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Academic Performance Moving from a 13.0 grading scale to a % based grading

system

Transcripts will list achieved % out of 100%

Cumulative Average: Average of grades in all courses ever taken

Major Average: Average of grades in all major courses completed

Semester Average: Average of all courses taken in a particular semester

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Karen Benzinger (ext. 3461)◦ [email protected]

Marty Lowman (ext. 3950)◦ [email protected]

Susan Page (ext. 3952)◦ [email protected]

Brooke White (ext. 3287)◦ [email protected]

Contact Information