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As quickly as summer started unfortunately it ended even quicker. The end of Summer marks the end of a relaxed carefree schedule. Preparing to go back to school can be a stressful transition both for children and parents alike. These are some tips to ensure a successful school year.
1. Ease Children Back Into a Routine
Getting kids to sleep longer during the summer was the goal. The new goal will be getting kids to not only go to sleep on Tim, but to wake up on time as well. Reducing the amount of time children spend on television, video games, cell phones, and tablets will help them understand that their priorities have shifted. Setting a designated bedtime will ensure that they get eight hours of sleep and also make it easier to get them out of bed in the morning.
2. Eating Breakfast
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Children and adults function more efficiently after eating. No one wants to start their day on an empty stomach. Even if it something light and quick, remember that food serves as a way to get your brain and body moving. In fact, eating breakfast has been linked to increased energy, concentration, and better test scores.
3. Mark Your Calendars
Mark your calendar with important dates such as Open House, Parent-Teacher Conferences and Picture Day for example show your children that you value their education. Your children are in the care of others for roughly 1/3 of the day. Take the time to meet with and develop relationships with these individuals.
4. Equip Them With Supplies
Equipping your child with the correct school supplies can lessen your child’s anxiety when it comes to school. Don’t you remember being excited to use your new gel pens, or show off your new folder to your friends at school? Statistics show that the lack of school supplies can hinder a child from doing their best. It could also play a factor in their self-esteem, especially if they come without the same supplies as their peers.
5. Help Your Child With Homework
While every point that we’ve just considered can show that you value your child’s education, one of the number one ways to show it as well can be helping your child with their homework. By setting aside time and a place free of distraction, a child will recognize the importance of homework. If a child knows that their family cares, they have a greater reason to do their homework and turn it in on time.
What are some of your favorite back to school tips?
The Bronzeville Sleepover for Education school supply drive is continuing to accept donated items through the close of business onThursday, August 15. Donations of school supplies can be dropped off in bins located in the first floor rotunda at City Hall (200 E. Wells St.), All supplies will be distributed to Milwaukee Public Schools students in need.
“The Sleepover for Education ensures that students have the supplies necessary to be fully prepared for school,” said Ald. Coggs. “We greatly appreciate any donations that are offered – every item will be used.”
Sponsors for the Sleepover initiative are: City of Milwaukee; Milwaukee Police Department, Pete’s Fruit Market; Alderwoman Coggs; Bronzeville Week; Collars on the Corner; Stark Foods; Future Entrepreneurs Moving Ahead (FEMA); Peace for Change Alliance; Save Our Souls (SOS); and the League of Martin.
What: Bronzeville Sleepover for Education supply drive
When: Until 4:45 p.m. on Thursday, August 15
Where: City Hall rotunda, 200 E. Wells St.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY – Walmart and The Salvation Army are joining forces to provide new school supplies to local children in need during a “Stuff the Bus” campaign event on Saturday, August 3, 2019.
As part of a nationwide effort, the “Stuff the Bus” campaign event in Milwaukee County is one of nearly 3,000 similar events taking place at Walmart stores across the country. In-store shoppers on August 3 will receive lists of supplies needed, and all they have to do to participate is purchase and drop off the requested items at The Salvation Army collection bins located at the front of each store.
The following locations in Milwaukee County will be participating:
“There are thousands of kids heading back to school this year, and many of them will need assistance to start the school year off right,” said Major Steve Merritt, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. “By donating school supplies for a child in need, you’re easing the burden parents experience at the start of the school year, and helping set the right tone for these kids as they head back to school. It’s the boost of confidence they need to have a successful year.”
For those unable to make it to the store that day, there is an online registry.
Walmart and The Salvation Army have collaborated for more than 30 years in an effort to meet local community needs. Supporters like Walmart help The Salvation Army serve more than 23 million Americans each year through a range of social services, helping them overcome poverty and economic hardships.
All donations made at “Stuff the Bus” campaign events will remain in the local community and will help The Salvation Army provide back-to-school support to thousands of local children in need. To learn more and find out how you can get involved with your local Salvation Army, visit SAMilwaukee.org.
On Friday, August 3rd at 6pm Starks Food on 47th and Hampton, will donate a Bookbag filled with school supplies and a bike for Derrion and his 12yrs old sister. As Derrion remains in the Hospital, his family members will be present to receive the gifts.
Derrion remains in the hospital in stable condition but he is very weak. Derrion was shot 3 times, in the Back, Stomach, and Arm. One of the bullets broke one of his ribs and damaged one of his kidneys.
Derrion’s mom has missed work and will continue to miss work until Derrion is better. Any donations received will be use to support Derrion and his family.
No amount is too great or small!!!!
Derrion’s mother is Truly Grateful for the out pour of love thats being shown to her family during this time.