Bri has very few struggles when it comes to school. As a matter of fact, Bri has very few struggles when it comes to anything. But one thing we are trying to help her with is learning responsibility. We are trying to teach her to be aware of what is going on and when it is going on.
This is her 5 years ago.
She was 3 in this picture.
When she was younger, her teacher would ask her to "fix" the computer in her classroom when it wasn't working right.
Now, she has her own blog.
Since she is so very computer literate, I decided this year to teach her how to use Google Calendar. I set up her own google account and took all of her school schedules and put them in the calendar. Everything is recorded in the calendar. Reminders to bring supplies, days that she need to wear sneakers, days off, project due dates, report card dates, special classes, extra-curricular activities... it's all there.
I taught her how to log on and check the calendar. Now every evening she logs on and checks what is coming up the next day. I still have to reminder her, it isn't automatic... yet. I also set up a reminder email for her. Each morning, google sends her an email (by 5am - though she's not up that early, the time is pre-set by google). If she forgets to check the night before, she can just turn on the computer and check her email when she wakes up.
Next, Works For Me Wednesday, I'll address how we deal with internet safety with her.
PS If you're visiting from Rocks In My Dryer, don't forget to check out my book giveaway in the post below.
3 comments:
That's amazing! And truly, it's a great idea for me... if only I could get my own act together enough to input the data :)
Your blog keeps lookin' better and better, wow!
Mindy, you guys have an amazing gem in Bri. But as blessed as you guys are to have her....she is extremely blessed to be raised by you.
We use this too, but as an entire family with our teens and tweens. My husband can access it from work and see what is going on. It's great.
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