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\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Begin regular relaxed bedtime routines and have your child go to bed the same time each night. <\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Begin unhurried morning routines so your child can begin the day with as little conflict as possible. <\/span><\/p>\n Your child may feel anxious, wondering who is in his or her class, who the teacher is, and where the room is.\u00a0 <\/span>To ease your child\u2019s anxiety,<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Walk or drive your child to the school to see the class postings.\u00a0 <\/span>Your child will be able to see his\/her new room number, the teacher\u2019s name, and the names of the other students in his\/her class.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Point out where your child\u2019s classroom will be.<\/span><\/p>\n Be positive and show your enthusiasm because your child will pick up on your feelings. <\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Decide together what your child will wear, and set out the clothes, socks, and shoes. This will save time in the morning.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>If your child will be taking school supplies or a lunch, have those packed and ready to go.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>If your young child is still prone to accidents, pack spare underwear and pants in a Ziploc and put it in your child\u2019s backpack.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>See that your child goes to bed on time so he\/she is well rested and so your morning is not rushed.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Tuck a little surprise note or photo into your child\u2019s backpack or pocket. If your child takes a lunch from home, write the note on a napkin and put it with your child\u2019s lunch.<\/span><\/p>\n If your child complains of a \u201ctummy ache,\u201d it may be a sign that you child is feeling nervous or anxious, which is common.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Whether breakfast is eaten at school or at home, be sure that your child eats breakfast each morning. This will be a huge help to your child\u2019s learning.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Walk or drive your child to school and meet your child\u2019s teacher.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Find the restrooms with your child if he\/she doesn\u2019t know where they are.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Don\u2019t linger when it is time to go. Make your good-byes quick even if your child cries. Know that most children settle in within a few minutes after parents have left. This allows the child to find friends and get involved in the activities. When parents do not leave, the crying and lack of independence can go on for days and the children become unwilling to let go and participate with their peers.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Find out what time school is out.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Make sure your child knows how he\/she is getting home. If your child rides a bus, make sure he\/she knows the bus number. If you are picking your child up, be at the gate a few minutes before school is out.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Take the time each day to find out how your child\u2019s day went by asking questions and listening to your child share about his\/her day.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Talk with your child\u2019s teacher frequently to check on your child\u2019s progress and to address any little problems that may crop up.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Be absolutely sure that you attend back-to-school night, as this is the night when you can get your questions answered and when the teacher will tell parents important information they need to know.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width_row=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1569023998743{padding-top: 3% !important;padding-bottom: 3% !important;background-color: #fcf7dd !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1569024602197{padding-left: 5% !important;}”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\n [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] by Elaine Mizuo [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] When you see the ads for the back-to-school sales on TV, you know that summer days are soon coming to a close. 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The night before school starts<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
The first day of school<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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