You sent your child off on his first day of school with high hopes for a great year. You held your breath all day, fingers crossed. Then, when it was pickup time you heard the words that no parent wants to hear, ‘It was horrible and I hate it.’ That night you talked him through it, all the while … [Read more...] about When the First Days of School Don’t Go So Well…
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The single best thing you can do NOW to help your child transition to a new school
Summer’s finally here, and school is a distant memory. Weekdays are filled with trips to the pool, popsicles, and catching lightning bugs. Worries, along with early bedtimes, are a thing of the past...right? Well, if your child is starting a new school in the fall maybe you have a few lingering … [Read more...] about The single best thing you can do NOW to help your child transition to a new school
Tips for Helping Your Child Start a New School
A New Start For many children, school starts next week. If your child is starting a new school, these last days of summer may be stressful as the anticipation of a new environment nears. Getting the year off to a good start can reduce stress for the entire family, build your child’s confidence, … [Read more...] about Tips for Helping Your Child Start a New School
Tips for Helping Your Child Say Goodbye
As this school year winds down, many parents will strive to find closure at their current school and prepare their children for a new school. Changing schools can be stressful, but closure is key to the transition. Ending the year with strong friendships, a close bond with teachers, and positive … [Read more...] about Tips for Helping Your Child Say Goodbye