Be Prepared: Back To School

Below is a step by step approach to preparing for a new school year Ensure your child is registered for the new school year Find out if there is an open day or an introductory session if this is the first time your child attends school to familiarize your child with the school.
Reading books that feature going to school may help alleviate the fear of the unknown. If you decide to home-school your child, compare the different programs that are offered - there is a wealth of information available online and there are many chat rooms and websites devoted to homeschooling.
Try to find some local families to connect with who can give you a first-hand account of their experience and who can inform you of any activities that are available for your child to interact with other home-schooled students. Check that all vaccinations/health checks are up to date Find out if a health check or vaccinations are required and make an appointment with your doctor accordingly. If you do not have health insurance - ask for information on your state's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Fill the supply list for the grade your child is attending Most schools provide a list of items students are required to bring to school.
Many office supply stores and large chain stores provide deep discounts for school supplies at the beginning of each school year, so it pays to watch the ads.

Some schools now allow the use of electronic devices.
Set up guidelines for their use and consequences if those guidelines aren't followed.
Help your child prepare a goal list for the next year Take the time to sit down with your child and go over the expectations for this coming year. Review last year's report cards and look at areas where improvements can be made.
Discuss what worked and what didn't and what can be done to make it better this year.

Focus on attendance, attention, respect (for teachers, fellow students and self) and grades.

For example, if your child had difficulty getting to the bus in time and you had to drive him to school several times - agree to set the alarm clock 10 minutes early each morning to allow for additional time.

The internet provides many resources that can help.
There are sites for homework help, sites with kid-friendly activities, games and information Other Activities Encourage your child to become involved in sports, music & art.

Studies have shown that these activities promote learning and enable the student to retain information better.

Free public libraries are available in most communities which provide access to books, other media and the Internet.
Some offer classes or homework assistance.
Conclusion.
It is important to prepare your child for the coming school year to get the best results