Rolling Back-to-School Bash Tips for a Smooth Transition Back to School
Earlier this month we hosted a Rolling Back to School Bash for our families at Skate World in Troy, Michigan. In total, 51 youth received back packs filled with school supplies.
We would like to thank all of our donors for helping us with the school supplies. We also thank the 17 staff and volunteers for helping at the event. We all hope that our young people start the school year feeling supported.
Tips for a Smooth Transition Back to School
To help children and youth make the transition from summer vacation to the 2024-25 school year, parents can:
- Make sure their child has a daily, predictable routine, with regular times for healthy meals, naps, and night sleep at home. Having a rested body and knowing what to expect at home helps children cope.
- Connect with other parents who have children in the same program and can provide information and make them more comfortable with the program.
- Talk with teachers about the best way to separate from their child at the start of the day—brief goodbyes are often best.
- Try to stay calm and reassuring during transition—using a calm voice, with a relaxed face and body to let their child know that they wouldn’t leave them if the child were not safe and protected.
- Talk with their child about what to expect and help them with strategies to manage stress and cope with worries, and review positive parenting tips to help children with feelings and behavior.
- Make sure their child is caught up on well-visits with their healthcare provider and is up to date with recommended vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, to ensure that the child is healthy and well protected.
- Monitor their child’s developmental milestones and learn what to do if there are concerns.
- Remember that this is a phase—building new relationships is a skill, and with support, children can be resilient. Even if it’s hard to separate, children will gain a new trusted relationship with their new teacher and feel more secure.
