As summer slowly winds down and the first day of school creeps closer, it’s time to set your child up for greater success. Get them back into a learning mindset and ready to hit the ground running. Though they may complain, many students enjoy the structure, routine, and familiarity of going to school. Knowing they have support in class and at home to help them do their best can be beneficial too.
Here are four tips to ease the transition back to school this year:
- Set Effective Routines
Slowly start getting your child back into a sleep/wake schedule that aligns with their school schedule. That means going to bed earlier and waking up earlier, so they aren’t dragging their feet and struggling to focus when classes begin. Middle and high school students should aim for eight to 10 hours of quality sleep per night.
Plan ahead for what their day will look like too. What happens between the time they wake up and when they leave for school? What about after they get home? When will they do homework, study, eat dinner, and relax? How will extracurricular activities fit in? Create a study space where they can easily access supplies and focus on getting their work done.
- Fuel Their Brain
Many high schoolers rush out the door without eating breakfast or grab something to munch on the go. A well-balanced breakfast provides them with the energy and nutrients they need to power through the day. The same goes for a healthy lunch. Make sure they plan ahead to have enough time to eat and have options that will keep them full so they can focus on their schoolwork and not their grumbling stomach.
- Review Upcoming Courses
What classes is your child registered for this fall? Consider looking over the types of topics they’ll be covering and what they’ll need to know. If they are taking AP classes or higher-level courses, do they have the foundational knowledge they need? For instance, brushing up on Algebra 1 skills will help them feel more prepared for Algebra 2.
Also talk to your child about how they feel about their schedule. What classes are they most excited about? Are there any they’re nervous about or feel unprepared for? A few tutoring sessions can help solidify core concepts and build their confidence knowing they can ask questions and get help with any content they may be unsure about.
- Be Proactive
Did your child struggle with staying organized last year? Did they have difficulty managing their time and studying for tests? Did they suffer from test anxiety and not perform their best? Now is the time to enroll them in tutoring programs focused on study skills, test preparation, executive functioning, organization, and more. Crafting Scholars creates customized learning programs tailored to your child’s needs, goals, and strengths.
Students can also get content support, assistance with writing mechanics, and help preparing for the SAT and ACT exams. They receive one-on-one sessions where they can work at their own pace and ask whatever questions they have, without feeling rushed or pressured by others.
Give your child the strategies, tools, and resources they need to unlock their academic potential and get the new school year started on the right foot. Contact Crafting Scholars today to learn more about how we can help.