Back to School 2015

A special advertising section of ThisWeek Community News • Thursday, July 23, 2015

• Start the school year strong with back to school resolutions • Know how to help your child avoid drugs, make the most of school • Save on school supplies • Tips for adult students returning to school

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Start the school year strong with back to school resolutions When most people think of making resolutions, they probably associate them with the Times Square ball drop and shouts of “Happy New Year” at the stroke of midnight. However, for kids across the country, a different kind of “New Year” is underway—a new school year. As we dust off the backpacks and notebooks, it’s time for parents to be the best Chief Education Officers (CEO) that they can be and set an actionable plan into motion for academic success. We here at Sylvan Learning Centers of Central Ohio believe that parents shouldn’t wait until January 1st to make the resolutions that can significantly impact their children’s education.

To help start off the new school year on the right foot, Sylvan Learning of Lewis Center is sharing our back to school resolutions that you as a parent and your kids can put into action now: • Get into a routine. Gone are the lazy days of sleeping in and lounging by the pool. Back to school also signifies back to a routine; and a little structure can go a long way. Create a daily school schedule with bedtimes and wakeup times, when to leave the house to catch the bus, time for after-school activities, time for homework and so on. Buy a large calendar and have your kids map out their days. Celebrate sticking to your weekly routine with a trip to the movies or other fun activity on the weekends.

• Get organized. Getting organized now can save stress later. You can start by stocking up on all of the school supplies that kids might need like notebooks, rulers, pens, pencils and calculators and be sure to get extras to use later in the year. Most schools will send a supply list to the local stores.

Kids can get involved by checking off items as they go into the cart. By creating a filing system at home, you and your kids can work together to make sure no important forms and papers get lost in the day-to-day shuffle.

• Set goals. Sit down with your son or daughter and talk about goals. As you and your child make his or her list of goals, be specific. For instance, perhaps your third grader wants to master multiplication or your teen is hoping to have a 3.5 GPA this year. Break down that goal into manageable chunks and have regular check-ins. Keep in mind

that achieving goals isn’t always easy— maybe your son or daughter didn’t get a good grade on an important test but all is not lost. Have a discussion about how best to course correct and stay on track to achieving that goal.

• Celebrate victories big and small.

Most families celebrate a good report card or graduating to a new grade, but it’s equally important to recognize the little victories as well. Getting a good grade on an exam can lay the foundation to getting that A on the final report card. Celebrate by having a kids’ choice family night or going on a special outing like a trip to the museum.

Parents can establish a cumulative rewards system. For example, every homework assignment completed

with a grade B or higher earns the child a sticker and when he or she has 10 stickers, it’s time for a trip to the bookstore.

• Get involved. This resolution is important for both kids and parents alike.

Parents can join the local PTO or PTA to be informed about school events and various ways to get involved or volunteer to chaperone field trips.

Extracurricular activities are important for kids to develop their interests and connect with like-minded peers.

Whether taking part in scouts or joining the soccer team, extracurricular activities help kids learn time management and prioritizing while having fun.

• Don’t be afraid to get help. It’s all too easy for one bad grade to snowball

into a larger issue. If you’re concerned with your child’s performance, meet with his or her teacher to discuss how best to get your student back on track.

If a consistent issue arises, it may be time to look into tutoring options.

Sylvan Learning Centers of Central Ohio can work with your family to put together an individualized plan for your student.

Make this school year the best yet by making (and sticking to) your family’s back to school resolutions.

Nisey Sebak is the Executive Director of Sylvan Learning located in Lewis Center. For more information, call 1-800-31-SUCCESS or visit SylvanLearning.com.

Know how to help your child avoid drugs, make the most of school Resources from the Ohio Department of Education Drugs are robbing too many Ohio students of their critical learning years.

Surveys show that students as young as 11 and 12 are trying drugs for the first time. Almost one in three Ohio high school students misuse prescription drugs.

The Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services are working together to help address the problem at home and at school.

Ohio’s Start Talking! program began last year to help parents understand that they can influence their children

not to try drugs, without sounding preachy. Research shows that youngsters who hear anti-drug messages from their parents and other important people in their lives are 50 percent less likely to use drugs.

Parents can visit http://StartTalking.

Ohio.gov and click on the Parents tab to sign up for one-page guides called Know! Parent Tips, produced by the national Drug Free Action. Parents receive a tip sheet every other week. Sometimes the guide leads parents into a direct talk with their child about drugs. Other times, they take a softer approach, like

asking what a child wants his or her life to look like in the future. Know! Parent Tips are free and they give any parent a way have a regular conversation with their child about avoiding drugs.

At the same time, the Ohio Department of Education is forwarding guides with the same anti-drug messages to middle schools to help teachers talk with their students about drug abuse.

The education department also provides information on Start Talking!—as well as a wide range of other topics, through its new parent texting service.

To subscribe, go to the department’s

website at education.ohio.gov and enter the words text alerts in the search box. Periodic text alerts include ideas for families with elementary, middle or high school students; information on school choice scholarships; facts on how your child can earn free college credit in high school; and information on earning a high school diploma after the age of 22. You can limit your choices to only the topics that interest you.

Courtesy of the Ohio Department of Education, education.ohio.gov

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Back to School | Thursday, July 23, 2015

Parents can take several steps to make sure school day mornings go more smoothly.

Make school day mornings easier School day mornings can be hectic, as getting kids ready for school and out the door on time is not always easy.

Working parents may find school day mornings especially difficult, as their own work schedules can make mornings feel even more rushed. Fortunately, parents can employ several strategies to free up time in the morning so everyone starts their days off in a more relaxing atmosphere.

• Wake up earlier. Sleep might seem like a precious commodity, but waking up just 10 to 15 minutes earlier can remove some of the stress from weekday mornings without costing you a lot of sack time. Let kids sleep in until their normal wakeup time, using your extra 10 or 15 minutes to shower or enjoy your morning cup of coffee before the house is abuzz with activity.

• Tackle certain chores the night before. Delaying certain chores until you wake up makes for a hectic morning, so tackle as many morning chores as possible before you go to bed for the night. Prepare school lunches, lay clothes out for yourself and your children, and make sure kids have their backpacks packed and ready to go before they go to bed. Each of these things may only take a few minutes, but when left for the morning, they can add up to a substantial amount of time.

• Encourage youngsters to pick up the pace. Some people are morning people, while others dread setting their alarms for early morning hours. Kids who fall into the latter group may drag their feet in the morning, but parents should offer encouragement when kids are moving slowly in the morning.

Allowing your frustration to show may only make kids less fond of mornings, so remind them as nicely as possible that everyone has a schedule to stick to if they seem to be dragging their feet.

• Keep the television off. If watching the television is ingrained in your morning routine, try going a few days without it to see if this makes it easier to get out the door on time. Kids might grow distracted by morning cartoons, and even adults may get caught up in morning news shows or other forecasts. Eliminating television from your morning routine can save time and also may help your family grow closer, as you will have more distraction-free time to speak to one another. In addition to turning off the television, resist the urge to turn on your devices or scan work emails when getting ready in the morning.

Parents know that school day mornings can be hectic. But there are several ways to make such mornings go more smoothly so everyone gets where they need to be on time.

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Easy ways to go green at school The go-green movement may have humble beginnings, but now men and women across the globe make everyday decisions with the environment in mind. Private citizens and large companies now consider the environment before making decisions, as eco-friendly practices have extended into all aspects of life.

As homeowners, renters and business owners are busy doing their parts to protect the planet, students and teachers can follow suit. School is a great place to instill a passion for protecting the environment, and students and teachers alike can employ the following strategies to further their schools’ on-campus efforts to protect the environment.

• Begin with education. Schools can implement coursework that revolves around teaching students about current threats to the environment and what changes can have the biggest impact. Today’s students will one day become the men and women who run the

country, and if they are on board with environmental concerns, they may be more likely to push for greater change.

• Recycle as much as possible. Many schools already have recycling bins in their classrooms and cafeterias. But other items, from batteries to books to pieces of wood from shop class, can be recycled, too.

• Purchase green school supplies. Green school supplies include water-based paints and recycled notebooks. Manufacturers even make cornstarch pens. When shopping for school supplies, look for supplies made from recycled materials or items that are organic or all-natural.

• Use green building materials.

When the time comes to renovate or expand schools, educators and parents alike can express their support for environmentally friendly building materials, including reclaimed wood and bamboo flooring. Classrooms and other spaces can be equipped with LED or CFL

light bulbs to save energy.

• Rely on digital technology.

Many classrooms now employ smartboards and tablets in the classroom in lieu of paper books to help reduce waste and clutter.

In addition, white boards have replaced chalkboards in many schools. Encourage students to hand assignments in electronically to cut down on paper waste.

Schools also may have digital notebooks and websites that contain pertinent information, so the schools no longer send home paper notices.

• Book environmental field trips. Class trips can revolve around environmental issues, including exploring habitats of endangered species or studying landscapes that may be shifting due to climate change.

Environmental action is happening all across the globe.

Students and educators can play important roles in these efforts by inspiring and implementing change.

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Back to School | Thursday, July 23, 2015

How to save on school supplies Back to school season can be as expensive for parents as it is exciting for students. Once the initial letdown of the end of summer vacation wears off, many kids are excited to return to school, where they can see their friends, study their favorite subjects and participate in extracurricular activities.

Parents of school-aged youngsters may share in that excitement while also knowing that back to school season can stretch their budgets. One of the ways to salvage those budgets is to save on school supplies. Fortunately, there are several ways parents can do just that. • Be patient. Shopping early can save shoppers money in many instances, but parents may benefit by exercising patience when it comes to buying school supplies for their children. Teachers often give students lists of supplies they will need for each class, and parents who wait to receive such lists can avoid spending money on items their kids won’t need. Even if you wait it out, you may be able to get a head start, as some teachers may post supply lists on school websites, while others might email lists to parents before back to school season hits full swing. • Take inventory. If you have more than one child, chances are you already have lots of school supplies around the house. Dust off kids’ backpacks and study areas from last school year to determine which supplies you need to buy and which you already have. Going forward, encourage kids to store their

supplies in a predetermined area once the school year ends, as this will make next year’s inventory that much easier to examine and assess. • Spend more now to save later.

While inexpensive supplies can be hard to resist, such items likely won’t withstand the test of time, forcing you to spend time and money each year buying replacement supplies. Paying more now for certain items, including stronger backpacks and more highly rated calculators, may end up saving you money in the long run, even if the initial pill is somewhat tough to swallow. • Use technology to your advantage.

Department stores and businesses that sell school supplies, such as pharmacies and office stores, may or may not discount too many items once back to school season hits full swing. But savvy parents can still find deals by using technology to their advantage when shopping for school supplies. Download apps like RetailMeNot to your smartphone and enable its updates so your phone essentially notifies you of any discounts the moment you walk into a given store. If you don’t receive any updates, search for discounts via the app or the Internet as you shop.

Chances are strong that there are deals to be had, even if you don’t learn of the deals until you arrive at the store.

School supplies can be expensive, but parents can employ several strategies to save on school supplies now and in the future.

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How to unplug from your devices The prevalence of technology is undeniable. According to data from the Pew Research Center, as of October 2014, 64 percent of Americans owned a smartphone. In January of the same year, 42 percent of Americans owned a tablet computer while 32 percent owned an e-reader.

While technology can be convenient, many people find themselves spending more time on their devices than they might prefer. Overexposure to communications technology can be detrimental to kids and adults, and some parents might be surprised to learn just how much time their youngsters are spending using different forms of media. A 2010 survey from the Kaiser Family Foundation found that kids spend more than seven hours per day using various forms of media. That’s especially disconcerting when considering the American Academy of Pediatrics says that overexposure to media can increase kids’ risk of aggressive behavior and interest in alcohol and smoking, and lead to poor performance in school.

So how can families who have grown accustomed to using their devices find ways to unplug? The following are a handful of strategies families can employ to reduce the amount of time they’re spending

on their smartphones, tablets and laptops.

• Start monitoring usage. Realizing just how much time you spend on your various devices is a great first step toward unplugging. As you go about your day, jot down each and every time you use any of your devices and what you are doing while using them, and ask family members to do the same. Do so for roughly one week, which should be ample time to provide an adequate pic-

ture of how much time you’re spending on your devices and what you are using them for. Don’t beat yourself up if the numbers shock you, just resolve to lower those numbers and continue to monitor your device usage as you do so.

• Cut out the media junk food. As you examine your device usage, you may notice you are spending lots of time on fruitless activities, whether it’s catching up on the latest Internet gossip or

scanning friends’ social media pages to pass the time. Eliminating these activities from your day is unlikely to have an adverse affect on your life, and you will find yourself with more time to enjoy more unplugged time with family and friends.

• Schedule your media time. Many of today’s adults grew up in homes where their parents restricted the time they were allowed to spend watching television.

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• Recharge devices outside of your bedroom. Many adults can’t resist the urge to scan work emails or social media right before going to bed, and that can increase device usage and have a negative impact on sleep. When plugging devices in at night, be sure to charge them outside of your bedroom so you aren’t tempted to indulge in some extra and unnecessary usage at the end of the day.

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a similar approach by limiting the amount of time their kids spend on their devices while also placing the same restrictions on themselves.

Allow yourself a certain amount of time each day to spend on your devices, even scheduling times each day when you will watch some television or catch up with friends on social media. Stick to this schedule and you will likely see your device usage decrease dramatically.

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Add health screenings to back-to-school checklist As summer vacation winds down, thoughts turn from jaunts to the beach to readying for a new school year.

To-do lists include many of the typical tasks that precede going back to the classroom, including shopping for new clothes, purchasing school supplies and finishing summer reading assignments.

Another essential requirement parents must find time for is completing their children’s health screenings and immunizations so youngsters can return to school.

Health screenings may include, but may not be limited to, routine physical exams, eye exams and dental cleanings.

Each school district may have its own set of health requirements that must be met in order for children to attend school.

Many schools require that children are up-to-date with all immunizations before they can begin a new school year. While the issue of vaccinations has inspired debate in recent years, parents should recognize that many schools will only exempt students from receiving certain vaccinations due to religious reasons. For a list of state vaccination requirements and possible exemptions for schools in the United States, visit www2a.cdc.gov/nip/ schoolsurv/schImmRqmt.asp.

Students who have specific learning disabilities or medical conditions that require classroom modification should obtain recent documentation from any therapists or specialists prior

to beginning a new school year. Doing so facilitates the process of setting up procedures within the school while ensuring children have what they need to excel in the classroom. All parents may want to ask doctors to provide copies of medical and immunization records so that schools will have the most recent copies on file.

Parents should schedule eye examinations well in advance of the first day of school so they have ample time to fill new prescriptions for youngsters before school begins. This ensures kids won’t be starting off on the wrong foot because of vision problems that could already have been addressed.

Parents of adolescents or students on the verge of adolescence may want to address the subject of bodily changes before the school year begins anew. Address which changes can be expected, including the start of menstruation for girls. This will help children better understand what is happening when they witness changes in themselves and fellow classmates and give them a chance to receive accurate information rather than gossip from their peers.

Keep in mind that health screenings conducted in advance of the school year may not preclude students from school-sponsored screenings. Schools may offer their own vision and hearing screenings and may take physical measurements to ensure students are growing on schedules in line with normal development.

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Tips for adult students returning to school Adults return to school for a variety of reasons.

Some might be spurred by a desire to pursue a new career, while others might go back to school to learn more about their existing field and improve their career prospects. While their reasons for returning to school may differ, many adults find themselves battling some nerves as they begin the process of going back to the classroom.

Feelings of doubt are common among adults returning to school. But there are steps all adult students can take to reduce their anxiety and make the most of the often exciting experience of going back to school. • Start slow. Unlike more traditional col-

lege students, adults returning to school tend to have significant responsibilities, including families and careers.

Juggling work and family is difficult on its own, but doing so along with college coursework is even harder. Adult students returning to school after a long layoff would be wise to take things slowly at first so they and their families can gradually adjust to their new schedules. Many schools now offer online courses, which can be especially beneficial for working professionals. • Have a plan. Many adults only return to school when they know exactly what they want to study or which courses they need to take to complete a degree or

earn a certificate. If you have not already mapped out such a plan, do so before enrolling in any classes. The cost of a college education has no doubt increased considerably since you last stepped foot on campus, so you don’t want to be signing up for costly classes that will not help you accomplish what you hope to accomplish by returning to school. • Research your options. Just because you are an adult returning to school does not mean you are ineligible for scholarships or other forms of financial aid.

The United States Department of Labor maintains a scholarship search engine at www. careerinfonet.org where students of all ages and academic levels can search for scholarships, grants and other financial aid opportunities to determine if they are eligible for some help paying for tuition. In addition, adults returning to school may want to discuss their plans with their employers, especially if they are looking to continue working in their current fields. Employers may

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have programs in place to subsidize employees looking to continue their education. • Don’t be discouraged. Many adults mulling a return to school are hesitant to do so because they feel as if they will be the only older students in classrooms filled with

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