Districts that send out “student supply needs” lists the night before school starts… are letting the curtains part a little. 🤦🏽‍♂️

There’s a lot of growing up to do in the jump from pre-k to kindergarten. Plus, new school and no preexisting friends. It’s been a wild ride. A little extra support for our young ones can go a long way.

Pro-tip: If a kid is getting promoted up to a different school (K, Middle, or HS), the previous summer, take them over to the new school and kick or toss the ball, bike around, or have a picnic. It’s unlikely the buildings will be open, but in most public schools, the outside areas often are.

The first week in the new school will be a breeze vs kids who look like they’re ready to throw up.

This also works if moving to a different home, city, state, or country. Spend as much time around and near the school before the first day, just playing.

@Tot@lemmy.world, could you maybe please have this pinned for the next two weeks?