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Back To School Tips
For some of us, the end of summer is a
sad occasion. We not only have to physically adjust to
new schedules but have to mentally accept certain
facts. There will soon be no more sandy beach and
ocean waves, crystal clear pools and the alarm clock
will have to soon be used again. But a positive and
planned approach to the new school year can have
you looking forward to this upcoming event. Here are
some tips to help your family get back on track for
school.
Adjust to a New
Routine
Start moving bedtime back a few weeks before
school starts. The body needs to adjust.
Don't plan big trips or vacations right before school
starts.
Establish concrete weekday schedules to allow for
homework, TV, meal and bedtimes.
Ease anxiety. If your child is nervous about moving
on to the next grade, assure him that the other
students are doing the same thing.
Books Are
Helpful
For a younger student,
books may help make the transition smoother. Some
suggestions are
- The Berenstain Bears Go to School
- Arthur's Teacher Trouble
- Clifford's First School Day
- Amelia Bedelia Goes Back to School
- It's Back to School We Go!li>
Get Organized
Complete paperwork and school forms several
days prior to due date. You'll avoid last minute panic
this way.
Update emergency contact and health info for
coming year.
Start a folder for important papers that come home
for easy reference later.
Mark important dates on the calendar as you are
made aware of them.
Shopping
Be sure to have a ready supply of general
school supplies at home, as well as basic "project"
supplies. This prevents late night trips to the store the
night before an assignment is due.
Clothing
Sort through clothing for items that no longer fit. Buy
tops, skirts and pants that adhere to the dress code
and are free of unacceptable wording. Shoes should
also be within school policy and be comfortable for
walking between classes, the bus stop or to and from
school.
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Food
Make sure your
child eats breakfast, including a protein. This helps
fuel the brain. And high fiber helps keep your child full
longer. Provide alternatives to high fat,
high calorie snacks, such as fruit or nuts. 1% milk ,
water or 100% juice are great
beverage alternatives.
Find out more....
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School Days, School Days...
It's hard to believe that the summer is coming to a
close. It's time to check the school supplies, maybe
the uniforms and stock up on goodies for lunches. In
most situations, it's easier to transition from one
routine to another if a little planning is done ahead
of time. The whole family can benefit from this. This
edition of the Back to Basics newsletter is dedicated
to the return of school, on various levels. We have
provided some tips to get back in the school routine
and also addressed a much bigger event...sending
those older students off to college. Whatever the age
of your children, we hope you find these articles
helpful in getting your students off to a great start this
school year!
Also, remember that we are an
excellent resource for your child's academic needs
whether remedial, maintenance or enrichment. level.
Don't wait until your student struggles. Be proactive
and get supplemental help for a successful school
year. Be sure to contact us for 1-on-1 or small group
SAT and High School Entrance Exam Prep. Ease
anxiety and build confidence in your child and help
him gain admission to the high school or college
of his choice.
If you are still looking for a school
in which to enroll your high school student, consider
Pencader Business and Finance Charter High
School. Openings now available. Tuition is
free.
Quote of the month: An investment
in knowledge always pays the best interest.-Benjamin
Franklin
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| Off to College! |
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If you are veteran parents of students going off to
college, you probably now remember the items that
are must-haves but are easily forgotten. For those of
you taking your maiden voyage, you may not know
where to start! Here are some tips for what to
bring.
Certain items are obvious. Laptops, cell
phones, and bedding come to mind as immediate
necessities. However, the simplest things can be
forgotten.
- Rolls of quarters-laundry has to get done
sometime!
- Duct tape-not to be funny but it's handy for taping
down cords and fixing things
- Batteries-from calculators to iPods, you need
them
- Flip-flops or water socks-lots of people use the
same showers!
- Utensils-at least 1 fork, knife and spoon are a
good idea
- Lamps/Flashlights-lighting may be poor in the
dorm and you never know when an emergency may
arise
- Over the door/Under the bed storage-space is
tight! Create more with hooks for over the doors to
hang items or storage boxes for under the bed for
shoes and sweaters.
- Small first aid kit-band-aids and some antibiotic
ointment are helpful.
Send your student off prepared and
confident.....just have the washer available and a
home-cooked meal on the table when he/she comes
home to visit!!
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| Tutor Spotlight |
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Talley Brown is in our tutor spotlight this month. She
motivates and immerses her students in their
instruction,
having been
seen around the office, along with one of her tutees,
dressed as one of their favorite characters from a
Shakespeare play. Talley is a versatile member of
our staff, tutoring students in 7th-12th grade in
subjects
such as basic math, general science, psychology,
study skills, SAT, and all aspects of English, including
literature and poetry. She holds an Associate degree,
in accounting, three Bachelor degrees in English,
psychology and philosophy,
along with a Masters in metaphysics.
Talley is a
certified paralegal and has her practitioner's degree in
energy healing. She is certified in animal
accupressure as well.
Talley is definitely a native
Delawarian, her family having come over with the
Swedes in 1639 and settling here. When she's not
tutoring, Talley loves to read and spend time riding
behind her significant other on his Harley
Davidson.
Thank you, Talley, for the knowledge
and energetic personality you share with your
students.
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