Ready for the new school year to begin?! Whether this year is Pre-K or College for your child, there are some things loving parents can do for their children to ensure a smooth transition into the new school year.
Sleep Schedule
Establish a bedtime and wake-up routine approximately 2 weeks prior to the big day. By the time the first day of class begins, children will more likely be ready to wake up on time. To read more about a restful sleep click here.
Meet the Teachers
Find time to connect one-on-one with your child’s teacher(s). At the very least, find a picture of your child's teachers online. A familiar face can help ease your child’s fears/anxieties. If possible, email your child’s teachers introducing yourself and include any concerns you may have. As with anything, prevention is key and the more information your child (and teacher) has the better.
School Lunches and Snacks
Currently, child obesity is an alarming 19% and climbing. The healthier the meals and snacks consumed at home, the more likely your child will make similar choices at school. To learn more about healthy eating click here.
Set up a School Supply Area
Find a central spot to store everything school related. Be sure to include: backpacks, sports uniforms, backup school supplies, a dry erase calendar for school events and outings, scarves, boots, paper, Kleenex ect. Try to keep this area free of non-school clutter so your child can find what they need quickly. Also, encouraging your child to personalize the area will make the space feel their own.
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