Table 2- Diagnostic Checklist for Schools Success

The therapist should review each item on this checklist with the parents and adolescent, determining whether it applies. Most of the items refer to the behavior of the adolescent: some refer to the actions of the teachers and school personnel. Rate each item on a 1 - 5 scale.

1=Never 2=A little 3=Sometimes 4=Often 5=Always

HOMEWORK

___ 1. Uses an assignment book

___ 2. Does homework in non-distracting, quiet environment

___ 3. Has a planful approach to the order for doing homework

___ 4. Completes homework on time

___ 5. Hands homework in on time

___ 6. Spends sufficient time on homework

___ 7. Keeps and follows a written plan with calendar for long-term assignments

___ 8. Is currently up to date on homework

ORGANIZATION

___ 9. Comes to class prepared with materials

___10. Keeps notebooks, papers, study area organized & accessible

___11. Uses calendar, schedule, planner to manage time

___12. Keeps track of grades regularly/knows grading criteria

___13. Brings home materials needed for homework

___14. Keeps locker organized

TEST PREPARATION & TEST-TAKING

___15. Spends sufficient time studying/e.g. doesn't cram at last minute

___16. Matches study to the type of questions on exam

___17. Uses old tests to help prepare for upcoming exams

___18. Has an organized approach to studying (e.g. SQ4R)

___19. Has an organized approach to taking tests

___20. Reads & follows directions carefully & doesn't respond impulsively

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