Are you preparing your child for Middle School this summer? It can be nerve wracking to start at a new school. This post cover Middle School transition tips: lockers, school supplies, lunch, and attending an open house. We are far from experts but have 2 of our kids have successfully survived middle school. We found that these 7 Tips helped ease back-to-school anxiety. A friend's son wrote Real Advice for Middle Schoolers, that covers a wide variety of "real" topics. Amazon affiliate links … [Read more...]
What To Ask At Parent Teacher Conference
Are you ready for Back-To School? School supplies, new routines, and parent-teacher conferences. No one wants to be "that parent", I know I felt that way when I wrote to my son's school principal. However you know your child the best and are the best person to communicate their needs to the teacher. But what's the best way to go about doing that? What do you ask at a parent teacher conference? Remember... You are your child's best advocate! *one more time* You are your … [Read more...]
How To Write A Letter Describing Your Child To A Teacher
It's Back-to-School Time! It's hard to believe how quickly school sneaks up on us. As a mom, I struggle with the sameness of August, trying to save money on back-to-school supplies, preparing healthy snacks for school, and the transition back to school for my child. Above all else, the best gift you can give your child's teacher at the beginning of the year is insight into your child. This is the first step in advocating for your child before parent-teacher conferences. Here's how to … [Read more...]
How to Study for a Test (with printable)
How to Study for a Test Back-to-School time also means Back-to-Testing! Did you realize that many students don't know how to study for a test? This simple 5-Day Plan will help your child feel prepared and not rushed at the last minute. We keep this handy schedule posted. When a teacher announces a test, we count back 5 days from the test and then add in all of these important details below. Our old way of thinking: A Study Guide would come home and get posted on the fridge. Our hope was … [Read more...]
Dear Moms, Let’s talk about August
I hope you've had a wonderful summer. Filled with family, picnics, and fun.... at least that was the plan at the beginning of summer. Wasn't it? Now we're nearing the end of summer and it's Back-to-School time. I have mixed emotions because I always feel so over-scheduled. I wrote this little letter to moms, more as a reminder to myself. This is the Post-It attached to my real paper calendar in my kitchen. Dear Moms, I just wanted to share my thoughts on August with you. Life … [Read more...]