Tip #1

It’s important to get our kids off to a good start. Make sure kids are up to date on immunizations before the first day of school – your children must have shots before they can attend classes.

Tip #2

Spend time reading to your child everyday and visit the library. If your kids are starting kindergarten have them point out letters, shapes and colors in the book. Have them tell you what is going on in the story by looking at the pictures.

Tip #3

Make sure you attend your child’s school orientation – let her meet the teacher and tour the building. This get kids excited and eases first-day-of-school anxiety. Call your child’s school for times and dates… and join the PTA.

Tip #4

Parents, establish a routine before school begins – make sure your child has a regular bedtime and gets plenty of sleep. This makes life easier for everyone when the alarm sounds on the first day of school.

Tip #5

If your child is starting kindergarten, it’s a good idea to review the rules of good behavior – taking turns, raising hands, standing in line and sharing.

Tip #6

Talk to your child about what he’ll be learning in school and why it’s important. This lets kids know you think what they’re doing is special!

Tip #7

Make everyday a learning experience – teach your kids about healthy eating and let them help you set the dinner table! Discuss the world around you as you’re running errands.

Tip #8

Pay attention to the “little” things – notice the new skills your child is learning at school and reinforce that excitement about learning with praise.

Tip #9

Learning experts encourage you to talk with your children – discuss things you see while riding in the car. During dinner talk about the day’s events. Talking together increases vocabulary skills.

Tip #10

Make sure you go over safety rules with your children before they start kindergarten – talk about crossing the street and riding the bus.