back-to-school
CHECKLIST
This time of year sneaks up so fast… summer is here and then gone in a flash! Use these helpful tips to get settled into a new routine for fall: Talk to your child about their
feelings, expectations and concerns about the new school year. Talk to your child about their dayto-day routine once school starts. Set up a designated school work area and stock with all the supplies your child will need. Create a daily plan and checklist of assignments that need to be accomplished. Provide your child with an alarm clock, and discuss the best time for which to set it. Establish a school-night bedtime, and stick to it. Read the school handbook with your child, and discuss any concerns. Obtain school’s back-to-school shopping list and purchase the necessary items.
Virtual School
Have a virtual introductory
Plan and purchase healthy food
for snacks and lunches. Decide how many days a week your child may purchase lunch. Using a background noise such as music, a fan or a white noise app can help eliminate distractions. Set expectations for screen time limits (TV, phone, video games, tablets, etc.) playtime and the completion of long-term school projects. Try to balance screen learning with non-screen learning such as playing out side, reading and hands on art, science, and math projects. Help your child understand the content of the curriculum. Provide reminders, encouragement and praise for their focus. Make sure all work is complete.
Schedule “recess” time for your
meeting with the teacher and your child. Test devices, software and a stable internet connection before your child starts school.
child to go outside and play. This not only helps them get their wiggles out but also gives them something to look forward to. Be patient and flexible with technology and others.