Guide to Getting Ready for Back to School

It can be a difficult transition from summer fun to bed times and other school time schedules. Some tips and tricks can help you get back into the school spirit. Use this list to slide right into the swing of things.

Start going to bed earlier about two weeks before school starts. This will help you prepare for those early mornings. Eight to ten hours is the recommended amount of sleep kids should get.

Don't plan any big events one week before school starts. Let summer fade away and welcome the fall season. Preparing for the new school season is stressful enough don't add to it!

Check your bus and class schedules. Visit your school and make sure you know where everything is to avoid getting lost. It's a good idea to visit your school, especially if your new.

While your visiting your school don't forget to check out the sports teams and other clubs. You don't want to miss out on soccer, football, chess club, foreign language club, etc. Join in school activities to meet new people and sprues up that college transcript.

Make sure to get all immunizations and physicals completed. Most elementary school children are required to have all shots before they are accepted. To play sports in high school a physical may be needed.

If you take medication check with the school nurse. Divide a plan when and how to take your medication. All other medical concerns should be expressed before the first day of school.

Get a couple of rolls of quarters or extra money for snacks or other items to be purchased at school. Many schools have a school store that sells snacks, supplies, and other things. Lunch money will be required too.

Place all items needed, for the first day of school, in an obvious spot. Choose what outfit you plan to wear, make sure supplies are packed, and alarm is set. The more you plan the day before the easier the first day will be!

Buy a calender to mark special school events. Write down tests, homework, and other important dates on your calender. Organization is essential in back to school success.

Prepare lunch and breakfast the night before the first day of school. Breakfast is crucial and should be eaten everyday. A healthy breakfast would include a muffin, juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, wheat toast, protein bar, etc. For lunch pack a sandwich, juice, water, fruit, carrots, cheese, or other easy to access foods.

Go back to scoop with a plan! Taking action in advance can cut down on unwanted stress. Buy your supplies early to avoid the rush and don't procrastinate. Make back to school a school a breeze with these tips and tricks!