When new students arrive in Ms. Taylor’s class, she understands that they may initially have adjustment issues. In addition to pairing new students with partners to assist them in navigating Central Middle School, she also makes sure she addresses their psychosocial needs.

Which one of the following strategies would be appropriate for a new student in Ms. Taylor’s middle school class?

A. Allow the students to plan what they would like to do during their first day at school.

B. Encourage the students to take responsibility for their own personal needs.

C. Provide support so that new students can feel a sense of competence and success.

D. Let students know that the relationships they make in middle school are important to their emotional well-being and happiness later in life.