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Posted by Sara Kendall




Getting your kids ready for a new school year can sometimes seem like an
overwhelming task. Use these back-to-school tips to ease concerns, get organized
and have your children ready when the opening bell rings on the first day. 


SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND CLOTHING 

It’s a fact of life that you’ll be doling out some cash before the start of the
year. Keep things in check with these ideas. 

 * Gather your school supply list, and take inventory of what you already have.
   Consider reusing larger items such as backpacks and binders if they are in
   good condition.
 * Start a tradition of letting your child splurge on one item, such as a lunch
   box, each year.
 * Don’t wait until the last minute — popular themes and characters may run out,
   and the school supply section is bound to get more crowded.



 * Let your child help. Sure, it might be easier to grab everything yourself,
   but this will help them get excited about the year to come.
 * Sort through fall clothing options. It’s best to involve your children so
   they can give input and try on anything they might have outgrown.
 * Make a list of clothing needs, and set a budget. Consider shopping kid
   consignment sales, particularly for younger children.
 * Give older kids who are more particular about clothes a budget so they can
   make their own selections — just make sure to tell them items they need to
   buy, such as a new pair of jeans or sneakers.

 

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

 

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SCHOOL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Familiarize yourself with information on the school’s website, and be sure to
ask questions about anything you don’t fully understand as early as possible. 

 * Make sure your child is properly registered, especially if this is your first
   year at a school.
 * Read the school handbook for rules and regulations and review all the school
   medical requirements.
 * Check that all required immunizations are up to date. If you aren’t positive,
   ask the school. If necessary, schedule a doctor’s appointment for any shots
   and remember to bring the school forms to the physician’s office.
 * Get your child’s vision checked before school starts, so you won’t worry
   about pulling them out during the school day.
 * Notify the principal’s office, school nurse and your child’s teacher about
   any health concerns or medications.


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SCHOOL AND TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS 

Knowing the basics — like where the classrooms, bathrooms, playground and
cafeteria are located — is essential information for every child.  

 * Visit the school for open house to give your child some visual reassurances
   when walking into the building on their first day. For younger kids, take
   some time to play in the outside play area if possible.
 * Sign up for any after school clubs, and make sure you’re set up to receive
   digital and phone communications from the school if anything happens during
   the day.
 * Familiarize yourself with the digital tools your school uses for
   communication and volunteer opportunities. Genius Tip: Check out
   SignUpGenius’ tutorials to see how easy it is to create and sign up for
   school events.
 * Check your transportation plan. Your child and the school need to know how
   students will arrive and depart. Make sure you understand any carpool line
   rules and procedures.
 * Ask for help if you have a younger child who is new to riding the bus. Most
   schools are pretty good about shepherding the kids to the right place, but
   make sure teachers know if your child has a tendency to wander off.
 * Arrive on time for pick up. Being late can cause unnecessary stress for your
   child — and unnecessary delays for school staff.
 * Have a backup transportation plan. If your child misses the bus, know if you
   will be able to drive them or if you can call a neighbor to carpool.

Recruit classroom volunteers with a sign up. View an Example


PREPARATION TIPS

From setting up after school care to designing a homework space, there are a
slew of things that need to be figured out before the start of school. 

 * Confirm any before or after school care that your child may need during the
   school year. Make this a top priority, since spots fill up quickly and you
   don’t want any surprises on the first day of school.
 * Take time to update your organizer with the school calendar.
   * Input school holidays, teacher workdays and early release dates as soon as
     they are posted.
   * Add your child’s sports practices, games and afterschool activities.
   * Review your child’s commitments often to avoid overscheduling. Genius Tip:
     Import your events and volunteer commitments from SignUpGenius into your
     digital calendar using Calendar Sync.
 * Set up a staging area in a convenient location near your front door. Use a
   crate or a basket labeled with each child’s name. Make sure each child has a
   designated place to put his backpack, sports equipment, jackets, etc.
 * Label everything. Reduce potential meltdowns over not being able to claim
   items by labeling all of your child’s belongings.
 * Create a homework space. Set up their designated area with supplies, proper
   lighting, comfortable seating and anything that prepares them up for homework
   success.
 * Schedule haircut appointments, if needed. You’ll want your kiddos to look
   snazzy for any first day photos.
 * Lay the ground rules early. You’ll need to adjust the relaxed summer sleep
   schedule, starting a few weeks before school. Have your children go to bed 10
   minutes earlier each night so they’ll be back on track without much hassle.
 * Encourage kids to read before school begins, particularly if they’ve slacked
   off during the summer. Ease them into quiet time while giving them a
   jumpstart on refreshing their reading skills.

Celebrate the end of summer with a back to school bash. View an Example


HEALTHY MEAL IDEAS

It’s important to fuel up the family with good food choices while trying to
please everyone’s taste buds. Consider incorporating the following into your
game plan for the first weeks of school. 

 * Make a favorite food list with your kids for school lunches and snacks.
   Consider bulk shopping at a local big box retailer and stock up on
   non-perishable foods such as juice boxes, napkins, sandwich bags and snack
   foods.
 * Plan dinners for the first week of school to give you more time getting your
   kids back in the swing of the school year routine.
 * Place all non-perishable breakfast items like cereal, granola bars and bagels
   on the counter the night before. Line up bowls, plates and the necessary
   utensils. Having all the choices sitting on the countertop will prompt your
   older kids to make their own breakfast.    
 * Review school lunch options. Most school systems have lunch menus available
   online. Let your kids know how many times a week or month they’re allowed to
   purchase lunch, and pay ahead for any lunch accounts.
 * Fill up drink bottles, get lunch boxes out and decide on snacks the night
   before even if you can’t pack the whole lunch, saving precious time the next
   morning and setting you up for a quick lunch-making process.


THE RIGHT FOOT 

It’s important to help your child shake off insecurities and build their
confidence before that first day of school. Here are a few strategies to get
your child feeling strong. 

 * Meet the teacher. You and your child will find comfort putting a smiling face
   to their teacher’s name. Mingle with other parents and their children. The
   more recognizable faces on the first day, the better your kids will feel when
   they walk into the classroom.
 * Plan a few play dates before school starts. Often relationships cool over the
   summer with school friends. Help them reconnect by inviting old school
   friends over to play.
 * Arrange for your child to walk or ride with another kid in the neighborhood.
   A traveling buddy will make it easier for your child to walk into school.
 * Leading up to the first day of school, have periodic chats to ease worry and
   boost their spirits. Let them know you are there for them.

Start getting organized and you’ll breathe a little easier you prepare your
children for a successful new school year. 

Sara Kendall is a freelance writer and mom of two daughters.      


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BACK TO SCHOOL CHECKLIST


Getting your kids ready for a new school year can sometimes seem like an
overwhelming task. Use these back-to-school tips to ease concerns, get organized
and have your children ready when the opening bell rings on the first day. 




SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND CLOTHING 

It’s a fact of life that you’ll be doling out some cash before the start of the
year. Keep things in check with these ideas. 





 * Gather your school supply list, and take inventory of what you already have.
   Consider reusing larger items such as backpacks and binders if they are in
   good condition.
 * Start a tradition of letting your child splurge on one item, such as a lunch
   box, each year.
 * Don’t wait until the last minute — popular themes and characters may run out,
   and the school supply section is bound to get more crowded.



 * Let your child help. Sure, it might be easier to grab everything yourself,
   but this will help them get excited about the year to come.
 * Sort through fall clothing options. It’s best to involve your children so
   they can give input and try on anything they might have outgrown.
 * Make a list of clothing needs, and set a budget. Consider shopping kid
   consignment sales, particularly for younger children.
 * Give older kids who are more particular about clothes a budget so they can
   make their own selections — just make sure to tell them items they need to
   buy, such as a new pair of jeans or sneakers.

 





--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

 





Organize open house volunteers with a sign up. View an Example






SCHOOL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Familiarize yourself with information on the school’s website, and be sure to
ask questions about anything you don’t fully understand as early as possible. 





 * Make sure your child is properly registered, especially if this is your first
   year at a school.
 * Read the school handbook for rules and regulations and review all the school
   medical requirements.
 * Check that all required immunizations are up to date. If you aren’t positive,
   ask the school. If necessary, schedule a doctor’s appointment for any shots
   and remember to bring the school forms to the physician’s office.
 * Get your child’s vision checked before school starts, so you won’t worry
   about pulling them out during the school day.
 * Notify the principal’s office, school nurse and your child’s teacher about
   any health concerns or medications.


SAMPLE SIGN UPS


 
Create Sign Up


SCHOOL AND TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS 

Knowing the basics — like where the classrooms, bathrooms, playground and
cafeteria are located — is essential information for every child.  





 * Visit the school for open house to give your child some visual reassurances
   when walking into the building on their first day. For younger kids, take
   some time to play in the outside play area if possible.
 * Sign up for any after school clubs, and make sure you’re set up to receive
   digital and phone communications from the school if anything happens during
   the day.
 * Familiarize yourself with the digital tools your school uses for
   communication and volunteer opportunities. Genius Tip: Check out
   SignUpGenius’ tutorials to see how easy it is to create and sign up for
   school events.
 * Check your transportation plan. Your child and the school need to know how
   students will arrive and depart. Make sure you understand any carpool line
   rules and procedures.
 * Ask for help if you have a younger child who is new to riding the bus. Most
   schools are pretty good about shepherding the kids to the right place, but
   make sure teachers know if your child has a tendency to wander off.
 * Arrive on time for pick up. Being late can cause unnecessary stress for your
   child — and unnecessary delays for school staff.
 * Have a backup transportation plan. If your child misses the bus, know if you
   will be able to drive them or if you can call a neighbor to carpool.

Recruit classroom volunteers with a sign up. View an Example




PREPARATION TIPS

From setting up after school care to designing a homework space, there are a
slew of things that need to be figured out before the start of school. 





 * Confirm any before or after school care that your child may need during the
   school year. Make this a top priority, since spots fill up quickly and you
   don’t want any surprises on the first day of school.
 * Take time to update your organizer with the school calendar.
   * Input school holidays, teacher workdays and early release dates as soon as
     they are posted.
   * Add your child’s sports practices, games and afterschool activities.
   * Review your child’s commitments often to avoid overscheduling. Genius Tip:
     Import your events and volunteer commitments from SignUpGenius into your
     digital calendar using Calendar Sync.
 * Set up a staging area in a convenient location near your front door. Use a
   crate or a basket labeled with each child’s name. Make sure each child has a
   designated place to put his backpack, sports equipment, jackets, etc.
 * Label everything. Reduce potential meltdowns over not being able to claim
   items by labeling all of your child’s belongings.
 * Create a homework space. Set up their designated area with supplies, proper
   lighting, comfortable seating and anything that prepares them up for homework
   success.
 * Schedule haircut appointments, if needed. You’ll want your kiddos to look
   snazzy for any first day photos.
 * Lay the ground rules early. You’ll need to adjust the relaxed summer sleep
   schedule, starting a few weeks before school. Have your children go to bed 10
   minutes earlier each night so they’ll be back on track without much hassle.
 * Encourage kids to read before school begins, particularly if they’ve slacked
   off during the summer. Ease them into quiet time while giving them a
   jumpstart on refreshing their reading skills.

Celebrate the end of summer with a back to school bash. View an Example




HEALTHY MEAL IDEAS

It’s important to fuel up the family with good food choices while trying to
please everyone’s taste buds. Consider incorporating the following into your
game plan for the first weeks of school. 





 * Make a favorite food list with your kids for school lunches and snacks.
   Consider bulk shopping at a local big box retailer and stock up on
   non-perishable foods such as juice boxes, napkins, sandwich bags and snack
   foods.
 * Plan dinners for the first week of school to give you more time getting your
   kids back in the swing of the school year routine.
 * Place all non-perishable breakfast items like cereal, granola bars and bagels
   on the counter the night before. Line up bowls, plates and the necessary
   utensils. Having all the choices sitting on the countertop will prompt your
   older kids to make their own breakfast.    
 * Review school lunch options. Most school systems have lunch menus available
   online. Let your kids know how many times a week or month they’re allowed to
   purchase lunch, and pay ahead for any lunch accounts.
 * Fill up drink bottles, get lunch boxes out and decide on snacks the night
   before even if you can’t pack the whole lunch, saving precious time the next
   morning and setting you up for a quick lunch-making process.


THE RIGHT FOOT 

It’s important to help your child shake off insecurities and build their
confidence before that first day of school. Here are a few strategies to get
your child feeling strong. 





 * Meet the teacher. You and your child will find comfort putting a smiling face
   to their teacher’s name. Mingle with other parents and their children. The
   more recognizable faces on the first day, the better your kids will feel when
   they walk into the classroom.
 * Plan a few play dates before school starts. Often relationships cool over the
   summer with school friends. Help them reconnect by inviting old school
   friends over to play.
 * Arrange for your child to walk or ride with another kid in the neighborhood.
   A traveling buddy will make it easier for your child to walk into school.
 * Leading up to the first day of school, have periodic chats to ease worry and
   boost their spirits. Let them know you are there for them.

Start getting organized and you’ll breathe a little easier you prepare your
children for a successful new school year. 



Sara Kendall is a freelance writer and mom of two daughters.      


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