If your child struggled in math in middle school, they may be less than enthusiastic about a few more years of math subjects with increasing degrees of difficulty. Thankfully, there is a solution: Supplemental math help! An instructor can present math to your child in new and engaging ways they can relate to and help them become excited about math again. Here we will discuss why seeking supplemental math instruction is the best choice for your high school student.
Supplemental math help can help fill in learning gaps that your high schooler may have developed from previous years of not grasping concepts in lower high school grades or middle school. It can be discouraging and stressful to not understand, as they have more responsibility at school and at home now as high school students. Math difficulties hanging over their head can cause greater stress A math learning center can help your child catch up and then stay on track with the subject they are learning. Obtaining supplemental math help in high school, no matter what grade, can help save your child the stress and you the extra money by eliminating the need for remedial courses once they enter college.
Having a math instructor gives your student a partner who is truly invested in their success. They will encourage your student to do well and hold your student responsible for their actions when needed. Working so closely with your student, the instructor can foresee challenges before your child does and can help them navigate the challenges every step of the way.
Through supplemental math instruction, your child will learn the value of having academic support. They will carry this into their post-secondary education and will be comfortable with seeking out their own support system for college. Your child will be positively influenced by the natural enthusiasm their instructor has towards math and they will be inspired to model that same attitude.
Supplemental math instruction can provide some college math preparation tools and help your child become familiar with the types of subjects and concepts they may encounter based on their chosen major. The instructors can help your child feel more prepared for the transition to college by focusing on ensuring your child has a strong grasp on the concepts and topics they will need to graduate high school. Preparing them now will help prevent failing grades in the future.
The college environment brings new distractions and it may be easy for your child to become overwhelmed with the academic and social pressures if they are not prepared. The instructors can provide guidance for your child and help them to have a smoother transition.
During high school performing well on standardized tests becomes more important. Many children may know the test material presented but have test anxiety that prevents them from transferring their knowledge during the test. Your child’s test scores may have an impact on the schools and programs they will be able to attend in the future, so having good test scores as they go throughout high school will be vital. Whether the focus is on acing classroom math tests or prepping for exams such as the SAT or the ACT, a math learning center can help with test prep and provide your child with some valuable tips for working under pressure.
Seeking supplemental math help is an investment that benefits your child academically and personally. Your child’s grades and confidence will improve, and they will grow comfortable with taking charge of their own learning. They will learn how empowering it is to ask for and to receive help.
Supplemental math instructors can help your child see the relevancy of math as they think about their future career plans. Having an instructor step in can help relieve your child’s stress and help them find joy in math and school again. Increased confidence in math will help them overall, as they will possess a sense of confidence in themselves and they will be able to carry this new confidence with them as they continue to be stretched academically and as they think of life outside of high school.
Our qualified instructors are ready to help you and your child begin your math success journey. Reach out to us for a consultation by phone or email. We offer in-person and online training, recently rolling out our Mathnasium@Home program to assist you and your child with the transition to 100% virtual learning. We look forward to working with you and your child and forging a path to math success!
