Beyond the Bubble Parent Evening Presentation Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Agenda for Evening Introductions Short Video (SFU): University Success, A Parent’s Guide Overview of Grade 12 event this afternoon Moderated Panel: alumni, parents, expert guests Wrap-Up Mix & mingle, informal Q&A until 8:00pm
Grade 12 Student Presentation Student Life Academic Success ➔ Supports available ➔ The basics: timetable, campus academic ➔ Getting involved in campus life resources, assessment ➔ Maintaining a healthy balance ➔ Get to know the professors and TA’s ➔ Self-directed learning and self-advocacy ➔ Further learning outside of class: work ➔ Personal safety experience, mentors, course unions Life away from the comforts of home Expect challenges Expect challenges Discussion Questions Included: Where will you choose to study when nobody is making you study? What will you do when stressed about exams? What concerns you academically about going to university? It’s November and you’re not getting along with your roommate...what can you do? What do you need to plan for when going to a party outside the city? What is the biggest worry about life at university/away from home?
Wonjin Kim (SMUS '10) Cindy Kim (SMUS '15) Panel Presentation Dr. David Glen (SMUS parent) Deanna Catto (SMUS parent & faculty) Janet Sheppard: (Counsellor, Uvic) Moderated by Keven Fletcher Claire Clarke (Student Engagement Coordinator, Royal Roads University)
Thank you for Coming Please continue the conversations with us and our invited guests!
Heard at this Event: ADVICE FOR PARENTS It's easy to be and stay connected, but recognize that it is a double-edged sword. Trust your kids: communicate through actions and words that you believe s/he can figure it out ('I know there are resources, I know it's hard and you will get through it'). Know how to redirect them toward resources when they need them. Empower them to feel confident and competent and capable. Normalize the failures and recognize them as learning experiences. Rescuing is not (usually) needed! ‘Letting go’: You are not losing something because what comes next can be so wonderful.
HEARD AT THIS EVENT... Allow your son/daughter to notice what needs to change to make university a better experience: you can't predict or manage where they will go with it but make sure that they study and major in what they truly want to do. Know that there is fluidity, flexibility, unpredictability in their work and in labor force: don't expect them to pursue something linear and predictable. Teach nimbleness. Be curious with them about the possibilities and the opportunities. Encourage them to get involved on campus, incorporate experiential learning, and give back to community.
HEARD AT THIS EVENT... Continue to be open with your kids about your own experiences. Talk about making mistakes and experiencing failure, and remind them that they won't be judged when they make mistakes. Trust that they have the skills already. Encourage your kids to have fun at university. Gold standard parent: someone who does everything they can do prepare student for ride (buy the ticket but don't plan to go on the ride). Celebrate and explore the process rather than focus on the destination or product.
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