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How to Prepare Your Kids for In-Person, Virtual and Hybrid Classes this Year
Back-to-school time is always a mix of chaos, anxiety and excitement. This year, feelings will likely be running even higher with the pandemic going on. Likewise, getting ready for class will probably take more preparation than you’re used to. Below, find out what steps you’ll want to take to get your family ready for classes and establish a healthy routine for school days.
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Prep for Online Learning
Many schools will have a mixture of in-person and online classes, while others may continue holding all of their classes virtually. These steps can help you get ready.
- Getting a mobile hotspot is an affordable option if you don’t have Wi-Fi at home.
- Look for deals on laptops so your child has the tech they need to succeed.
- Make sure you have virus protection in place to prevent internet security issues.
- Have a plan for helping your child stay on task with distance learning.
- Gather ideas for non-screen activities to do during breaks from learning.
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Get Ready for In-Person Classes
Whether your kids will return to classes part-time or full-time, you will need to prepare in advance. Here are a few things to consider doing now.
- If you plan on switching schools, look at local charter school options with open seats.
- Check whether your school will require masks. If so, make some fun masks together.
- Stock up on hand sanitizing wipes for your kids to carry in their backpacks.
- Begin meal planning for healthy lunches your kids can take to school.
- Start upping your cleaning efforts at home with alcohol solutions that kill the virus.
Getting Mentally Prepared for School
No matter what the school year looks like this year, it’s important to get your family in the right mindset before classes resume. With the pandemic going on, be aware that your children may have more on their minds this year. These tips can help.
- Reestablish a back-to-school sleep schedule.
- Get screen time habits back on track if you relaxed them over the summer.
- Go over the best practices for preventing infection again.
- Touch base with your kids about any anxiety they may be feeling about school.
This year, back-to-school will be very different than ever before. Stay up-to-date with your school’s policies so you know what to expect once classes resume. Whether your kids will be returning to in-person classes or continuing distance learning, there’s a lot you can do right now to get ready.
“Jenna Sherman created Parent-Leaders to be all about what parents can do to make sure their children grow up to be strong, independent, successful adults. By providing a collection of valuable, up-to-date, authoritative resources, she hopes to help other parents acquire the skills they need to raise future leaders. Jenna is mom to three children — two girls and a boy.”