Getting to class on time, and avoiding absences are critical
if your child is to get the most out of school. What can you, as a parent, do
to help ensure your child’s regular attendance?
The morning can be a very hectic time. Here are some
effective tips for getting your child up and out the door on time:
• Get your child to
bed at a reasonable hour.
• Set realistic and
consistent schedules and rules at home. Getting ready for school should be part of the child’s overall routine; something
that’s expected of him/her every day.
• Do whatever is
necessary the night before to save time in the morning, such as setting out
clothes, packing lunches, and setting backpacks at the door.
• Create a set
morning routine that your child can easily follow (i.e. washing hands and face,
going to the bathroom, dressing, making the bed, brushing teeth, and eating a
healthy breakfast).
• Avoid any distractions that can slow your child down,
like TV, computers or games.
• Set your alarm to
get up earlier if you’re running late regularly.
It is also very important to call in to the school to inform the office if your child is going to be absent.
