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July 30, 2022 1B Elk City * Western Oklahoma Christian School « Merritt - Canute - Sayre 5 Tips for Transitioning Back to School FAMILY FEATURES ‘eading back to the classroom is a big change following a summer of fun in the sun, Some kids eagerly embrace the idea of once again being surrounded by friends and thrive on the familiar tempoa new school year brings. Others resist the disruption to their laid-back lifestyle. Understanding which mindset your kids are taking into this school year can help you set the stage for success. Creating a transition plan for your family makes the return to school a team effort and reinforces a support system that is essential for kids’ academic achievement. “Even students who are excited about the new school year can benefit from a structured transition plan,” said Robyn Knecht, director of counseling for St. Joseph’s Indian School, a Native American residential school that helps students move beyond the cycle of poverty, addiction and mental illness with an education and opportunities for a brighter future. “Talking with your student about what aspects of school they’re looking forward to, and where they might have worries, allows you to tailor your transition Robyn Knecht, St. Joseph's Indian School Director of Counseling plan to their needs.” Start this school year off right with these tips for a smooth transition from the education experts at St. Joseph’s: Get Back into a Routine During the summer months, when there’s no bus to catch or school bell to beat each morning, many kids have different sleep schedules and less formal routines throughout the day. As you approach the start of a school year, begin easing back toward your classroom routine by gradually making bedtimes and wake-up times earlier. Introduce some structure with projects that blend play with learning to help re-engage those thinking caps. Set Attainable Academic Goals Having high educational aspirations is a protective factor that may help youth avoid at-risk behaviors. Goals should be based on the child’s abilities. Asking a student who consistently earns Bs get home so you avoid the morning scramble. You can ask kids Encourage Involvement in Social Activities to suddenly become a straight-A student probably isn’t realistic. ofall ages to help manage a file system where you keep school Particularly for a student who lacks enthusiasm about school, However, you can ask your child to create goals that push his or papers that need to be signed and returned. Older kids can benefit finding areas for him or her to explore personal interests and excel her comfort boundaries, such as aiming for mostly B-pluses on from learning how to keep to-do lists and their own calendars to can be particularly valuable. Treat the start of the school year as. first quarter report cards. Setting milestone goals that ladder up to manage school, sports, activities and social commitments. larger, longer-term goals allows your student to build self-esteem, an opportunity to discover which social clubs and activities are available and find one (or more) that sparks enthusiasm. These celebrate successes and stay motivated on the journey. Build Positive Relationships non-academic settings can play a helpful role in developing close While your parental involvement at home plays a vital role in your relationships with positive peers, which is another protective Make Organization a Priority studeni’s success, so does positive engagement with supportive Modeling good organizational skills can help your student develop teachers at school. Leading up to the start of the school year, make a factor that supports positive outcomes for youth. good habits that allow him or her to demonstrate a commitment to point to meet new teachers and develop connections that show your school and school-related responsibilities. For younger kids, that student he or she has a team ofresources ready to share in celebrating may be creating a designated place to store backpacks when they achievements and provide a helping hand if challenges arise. We know your school year is full of new adventures and exciting events! 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