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Your child may be showing signs of the Midyear Slump, which is common at this time of year. If so, how do you handle it?

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Statistics:

I talk with my child and ask her what she thinks is going on
Votes: 60
19%  
I talk with my child’s teachers and find out where he’s slumping (e.g. homework, tests, quizzes, etc.)
Votes: 61
19.4%  
Forget talking! When my child’s grades drop, I discipline her by taking away privileges (her cell phone, later curfew, etc.)
Votes: 52
16.5%  
I ramp up the physical activity to increase my child’s overall interest and motivation
Votes: 12
3.8%  
I take a more active role in his homework, letting him know that I’m keeping on top of him to keep him motivated and engaged
Votes: 108
34.3%  
I throw up my hands and wait patiently for spring!
Votes: 22
7%  

Number of Voters   315
Start Voting   2015-02-09 00:00:00
End Voting   0000-00-00 00:00:00

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No - 37.4%

Total votes: 4919
The voting for this poll has ended on: June 25, 2016