Friday; August 4

It’s hard to believe that school is just around the corner. It seems like just a few days ago that the youngsters were getting out for the summer. Now, people are taking their final family vacations and shopping for school supplies.

So, as we prepare for the upcoming school year, let’s do more than hope our children will have a good year, let’s consider a few reminders that might help the year to be the best it can be.

1. Adults should affirm the educational process. Few children understand just how important an education is (it really does cut into their playtime). When we talk about how valuable learning is, we’ll set them up for a proper appreciation of what they are doing.

2. Expect children to show respect to their peers, teachers and other staff members. A supportive environment is a good learning environment. We can hope that others will provide that to our children, but we should require the proper attitude from our household. (By the way, that means that we – as adults – demonstrate respect as well.)

3. Foster a positive learning environment before the school day begins. By making sure students have proper rest, good nutrition, effective supplies and a supportive homelife we help children become successful in the classroom.

4. Be engaged in what is happening at school. Ask children for one new thing they learned each day. Talk to them about ways they feel encouraged at school. Find out if there is something they are missing that you or the school can supply (either physically, cognitively or emotionally).

We spend a lot of time discussing our financial investments for the future. If we truly want to have a great future, we should be investing in the education of the upcoming generation. When they succeed, so will we – and the generations that come after them.

Think About It!

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