Communication and Accountability: Tools for Academic Success


By Steven Darby - August 15, 2024

Effective communication and accountability are essential components of academic success. At Peak Learning Solutions, we emphasize the importance of these skills in our coaching approach, helping students take ownership of their education and build strong relationships with their teachers and peers.

The Role of Communication in Academic Success

Clear and effective communication is crucial for students, especially when it comes to interacting with their teachers. We teach students how to write professional emails, including appropriate greetings, clear subject lines, and concise content. This skill not only helps them advocate for themselves but also fosters positive relationships with their teachers.

When a student misses a day of school, we recommend that they reach out to classmates for notes and assignments before reaching out to the teacher. This approach encourages independence and resourcefulness, helping students stay on track even when they’re absent.

Using Technology to Stay Organized

Technology can be a powerful tool for staying organized and communicating effectively. At Peak Learning Solutions, we encourage students to use their calendars and email to manage their academic responsibilities. After each coaching session, we send an email summarizing the meeting to the student’s parents and our team, ensuring that everyone is on the same page.

We also create calendar events for each session, categorizing them by type (e.g., “Coaching,” “Standard Content,” “Advanced Content”) and including the student’s name. This system helps students stay organized and allows us to track their progress over time.

Accountability: The Key to Consistent Progress

Accountability is a core component of our coaching approach at Peak Learning Solutions. We hold students accountable by regularly checking their grades, binders, and planners, and following up on the items discussed in previous sessions. This consistent oversight helps students stay focused and motivated, ensuring that they’re making steady progress toward their academic goals.

Parents can also play a crucial role in holding their children accountable. By checking planners, discussing upcoming assignments, and reviewing grades together, parents can reinforce the importance of staying organized and on top of their responsibilities.

Building Confidence Through Accountability

Accountability is not about punishment—it’s about building confidence and teaching students to take ownership of their education. At Peak Learning Solutions, we believe that by holding students accountable and providing them with the tools and support they need, we can help them develop the skills and confidence necessary for long-term academic success.

Peak Learning Solutions DTC is your trusted partner in your child's academic journey. From algebra to calculus, statistics to chemistry, and even history and AP courses, we offer personalized teaching tailored to your child's needs. Our certified teachers specialize in enhancing metacognition and executive functioning skills, ensuring your child's success in and beyond the classroom. Contact our local, small business today at 720-737-9221 or visit www.peaklearningsolutions.com to embark on the path to academic excellence. We proudly serve students from schools in the surrounding area, including but not limited to Cherry Creek High School, George Washington High School, Our Lady of Loreto, Chatfield High School, Rock Canyon High School, Arapahoe High School, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

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