Every year children are sent off to school for the first time. As a parent it can be exciting and stressful time. I have been through the first day of kindergarten 3 times now. It does get easier. The better prepared you and your child are, the better this day will go.
Riding the bus to school. Yes, I let my child on her first day of kindergarten ride the bus to school her first day of school. No, I did not follow the bus to school.
Make friends with the kids at your bus stop or in your neighborhood. Positively praise the other children as well as your own for positive behavior shown at the bus stop. It makes them strive to be better. Most older children would love the opportunity to mentor a younger child.
Visit the school before the first day of school. Most schools have a welcome open house before the actual first day of school. It will not only help your child feel more secure on their first day of school, but you as well.
Communication is key. It is extremely important to have good communication between your child's teacher and yourself. Takes the time to talk to the teacher. Ask what things you could be working on at home that will help you child to succeed. Be a partner in education.
Even though we have moved on to virtual home school, all 3 of my school age children went to kindergarten in a standard public school. I hope that your school district is better ran than my own. I pray that the teachers are not forced to attempt to teach to classes miserably over crowded. Good luck on your child's school journey. This is the first step. Foster their love for learning. All kids are naturally curious, don't let a bad school/teacher experience take that from your child.
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My husband and myself have spent time at the school, while class was in session, and more than approve of the way they handle the children. My son comes home singing songs, is easier to direct at home, (i.e. cleans up his toys without fuss, etc.,.) and is always asking when he may go back to school.
Phoenix preschool
That's great you found an amazing school for your family! I wish we could have found a school locally like that, that we could afford with 5 kids. Virtual schooling is working great for us.
My 2nd grader loves her History and Science lessons and begs to do extra lessons everyday. My teenagers love the literature choices they are given to read, the many art projects in various mediums, and the fun hands on science labs.
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