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Back-to-School Tips for Parents, Students, and Grandparents!

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    Back-to-School Tips for Parents ❤️ 1. Start Early Begin adjusting bedtime and morning routines one to two weeks before school starts. 🎒 2. Prepare Together Let your child help pack their backpack, choose school supplies, and organize clothing for the week. 🍎 3. Fuel for Learning Provide a healthy breakfast and nutritious snacks to help improve concentration and energy. 📖 4. Read Every Day Spend 15–20 minutes reading together. Reading builds vocabulary, confidence, and a love of learning. 💬 5. Talk About School Ask open-ended questions such as: What made you smile today? What was something new you learned? Did you help someone today? 😊 6. Encourage Independence Teach children to keep track of their belongings and complete simple responsibilities on their own. 👏 7. Celebrate Effort Praise hard work, kindness, and perseverance, not just grades.                      ...

Summer Reading

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  Great Books for 5th Graders                Wonder by R J Palacio An inspiring story about kindness, courage, and accepting differences. Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate Camillo A touching tale of friendship, family, and finding joy in unexpected places. Refugee  by Alan Gratz A powerful historical adventure following three young people from different times and places.  

Fifth Graders' Summer Fun and 2nd and 3RD Grade Summer reading

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  Fifth Graders' Summer Fun Stars , Stripes , and Summer Smiles ! 🇺🇸 Hello, Fifth Graders! Summer is finally here! That means sunshine, swimming, bike rides, popsicles, family vacations, and one of the most exciting holidays that officially starts ‘SUMMER’ - the Fourth of July!   America's birthday! Families and friends gather to celebrate with backyard barbecues, games, parades, music, and colorful fireworks. It's a wonderful time to make memories together while having fun, staying safe throughout the summer, and the history of our country.   Family BBQ Tips for a Safe and Fun Fourth of July Here are a few ideas to help everyone enjoy the festive day and summer BBQ’s: Be a Helpful BBQ Buddy Set the picnic table. Help carry napkins, plates, and drinks. Offer to clean up after everyone eats. Stay Cool Drink plenty of water. Wear sunscreen if you're outside. Take breaks in the shade.   Play Together No matter where...