Whether it is this week, next week or it has already happened, back to school is in full swing.  My children are young, but we are still getting excited for school.  We got our back to school supplies, backpack is packed and lunch is ready for tomorrow.  What does back to school mean to me?

Schedule-I hear from a lot of people that their schedules are more relaxed in the summer time.  As I have learned from experience over and over again, children thrive on schedule and routine.  It is great for them and great for us. Keep them on a schedule and share that schedule for them as well.

Activities-Along with those schedules comes all the activities that the fall brings.  Whether its sports, dance or something else there is more activities than space in this blog.  Just remember that the activities need to be fun and also have time for family and play.  If there is a time when the schedule becomes too much, this is where you need to cut the time.  Trust me, your children will survive and be thankful in the end.

Emotions-Whether its your own or your child’s emotions can flare up around the time of drop off or even pick up.  Have enough time for your child, remember that there might have been something that upset them during the day and they are letting it out after school is over.  Just take time and talk, make sure they are not hungry, tired or thirsty before those activities.

As always, this is a collaborative approach so if you have anything to add, please let me know.