Back to School Season

It’s great that you’re taking proactive steps to prepare your child for the upcoming school year. Here are some additional tips that you might find helpful:

  • Point out the positives. Starting a new school year can be fun. Reinforce the fun and excitement of learning with your child.

  • Prepare ahead and start a routine. Start preparing your child for the upcoming school year by establishing or getting into back-to-school routines a week or two before school starts. Have your child pick out the clothes he or she plans to wear to school the next day. Encourage everyone in the house to go to bed early and get up 15 to 30 minutes earlier so they’re not rushing around in the morning. Allow enough time for a good breakfast, and make arrangements for your child’s lunch. 

  • Encourage safe traveling to and from school. Find another child in the neighborhood with whom your youngster can walk or bike to school, or ride on the bus. Briefly review the basics of safe walking and biking. If you feel it is appropriate, drive your child (or walk with him) to school and pick him up on the first day. Take a tour of the school before the school year starts so your child is familiar with where things are and how to find their way around

  • Plan for special needs. If your child requires medication, treatment or has special needs, talk to the school administrative staff, then talk to your child about how those needs will be handled at school (what time to go to the office for medication or what foods in the cafeteria to avoid, etc.)

  • Prepare for emergency situations. What should your child do if you are late picking her up, or if no one is at the house when she arrives home? What should your child do if he feels picked on while at recess? Talking in advance with your child and having a plan will help minimize panic and stress.

  • Create a designated study space: Designate a specific area in your home for your child to study and complete homework. This will help them focus and stay organized.

  • Encourage extracurricular activities: Encourage your child to participate in extracurricular activities that interest them. This will help them develop new skills, make friends, and build self-confidence.

  • Stay involved: Attend parent-teacher conferences and school events to stay informed about your child’s progress and get involved in their education.

  • Promote healthy habits: Encourage your child to eat a healthy diet, get plenty of sleep, and exercise regularly. This will help them stay focused and energized throughout the day.

  • Talk to your child about bullying: Discuss with your child what bullying is, how to recognize it, and what to do if they experience or witness it. Encourage them to speak up if they see someone being bullied.

  • We hope these tips help you and your child have a successful school year at NPS!

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