In a previous post, I talked about going back to school. For some schools, Spring 2021 was a time that we saw many students go back into the physical classroom for the first time since COVID-19 hit. This September, many students no longer have the option but to go back to school full time, in-person, and depending on the school districts, masks may not be required. Here are 10 tips to get you and your child(ren) ready!
School's Out... Now What?
The end of the school year can be bittersweet. It’s the start of summer vacation where kids don’t have to be in a classroom for several weeks, their workload has decreased, they can sleep in and stay up late. It’s awesome! However, after having about 9 months of a routine, summer can be stressful for kids.
Back-to-School (finally, for in-person learning)- 10 Tips!
I have been hearing a lot of buzz about schools reopening after spring break, or just families being more comfortable and ready to send their children back to school. There is no right or wrong answer here. You do what works best for your child, their needs, and your family. If you do decide to have your child return to school for in-person learning, however that might look for the district, below are some helpful guidelines to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Daylight Savings & Springing Ahead- 8 Tips
It’s that time of year… clocks spring ahead. I have always loved the idea of spring, but the idea of missing out on one hour of sleep? Not so much. Whenever the clocks change I have the “sleep talk” with everyone, stressing the importance of appropriate sleep hygiene. In reality, we would benefit from practicing appropriate sleep hygiene throughout the year.