First Day of School Tips
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If possible, visit the
classroom prior to the first day and meet the teacher.
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Begin the "going to
bed/getting up routine" a week prior to the start of
school.
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Make sure your child has a
good breakfast.
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Be sure that your child wears
an identification tag with the following information:
first and last name, school name, teacher, student
number, and the way
that they get home from school.
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Discuss arrangements for
dismissal with your child so that they are prepared.
Find out if there are any special dismissal procedures
from your child's teacher. It is important to have a
regular routine.
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If you haven't already, alert
your child of the dangers of strangers and drugs.
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Teach your child bus safety
rules, such as stay seated, talk in a soft voice, know
the bus number and bus stop. It may also be helpful to
know another child who will be riding the same bus.
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Label all personal belongings
with your child's name.
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Make sure that your child is
dressed in clothing that they can manage independently.
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Label any money that your
child takes to school with your child's name, teacher,
and what the money is for.
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Ask your child questions about
their day at school.
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Ask your child's teacher about
school supplies before you buy them. They may already be
provided.
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Kindergarten is an exciting
time for you and your child. I understand that you may
want to come with your child into the classroom
everyday, but please understand that this may make it
harder for the child. Separation anxiety is common among
kindergarteners and is often prolonged when parents are
present. If your child experiences anxiety, the best
thing for the child is to allow them to be as
independent as possible. They usually stop crying when
the parents leave.
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Keep a positive attitude. If
you look forward to the first day of school, your child
will too.
