Success Tools for your Student

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Dual credit courses require strong study habits

Effective time management, and the willingness to ask for help when needed. The good news for your student? They are not expected to do it alone. That being said, they should be asking for these things. It might be hard, but keep having them advocate for themselves.  

Free Student Resources

Tutoring (Online + In-Person Options)

Tutoring provides:

  • One-on-one clarification of difficult concepts
  • Help preparing for quizzes and exams
  • Support reviewing homework or assignments
  • Accountability and structured study time

Writing Help

Strong writing is essential in college-level coursework across all subjects. Whether your student is working on an English paper, a research project, or even a discussion response, getting feedback from quality peers, instructors, or other adults before submitting can significantly improve a student’s grade.

Math Support

Math builds on itself. If one concept is unclear, the next can quickly become overwhelming.

Be sure that your student fully understands concepts. If they don’t have them, reach out for help quickly to avoid falling behind. 

Math support services can help a student:

  • Break down complex problems step-by-step
  • Review foundational skills
  • Prepare for tests and quizzes
  • Practice problem-solving strategies
  • Don’t wait until you feel completely lost. The earlier you ask for help, the easier it is to catch up.
  • Study Skills Workshops
  • College success is not just about intelligence, it’s about strategy.

Time Management Resources

One of the biggest challenges in dual credit courses is balancing:

  • High school classes
  • College coursework
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Work and family responsibilities

It’s important that students find and utilize time management tools to help them in their journey as they can help them:

  • Build a realistic weekly schedule
  • Prioritize high-impact assignments
  • Avoid last-minute stress
  • Stay ahead of deadlines

Continually encourage your student to learn to manage their time now as it’s a skill that will serve them throughout college and beyond.

What about Test-Taking Strategies

College exams may look different from what your student is used to. They may be cumulative, timed differently, or more application-based. If your student struggles with tests, encourage them to talk with both their counselor and their teacher to help them with any test-taking support. These supports can help students:

  • Identify how to study effectively for different exam types
  • Manage test anxiety
  • Practice active recall and spaced repetition
  • Improve multiple-choice and essay exam performance

Final thoughts in this area

You are your student’s biggest cheerleader. In this area, you must encourage them to advocate for themselves and teach them that using academic support resources is not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of maturity and responsibility.

The most successful students are not the ones who never struggle, they’re the ones who use the tools available to them. Keep talking with your student throughout their entire dual credit journey and keep encouraging them to take advantage of the support around them.