• Home
  • About Bronx-PR
    • Privacy Policy
  • In The Bronx
    • Arts & Culture
    • Bronx Dining
    • Outdoors
    • Shopping
    • Entertainment
  • Bronx Happenings
    • Event Submission

Bronx-PR

Public Relations for The Bronx

Bronx Back to School!

August 29, 2013 by Bronx-PR

Bronx Back to School imageBack to school time is usually bittersweet for kids and for some parents a time of relief.  After spending a summer trying to figure out fun things to do with their children, they can exhale knowing that they may not have to worry, at least for a while, about the dreadful comment “I’m bored!”  Kids are usually excited to start a new school year because they will find out who will be in their classrooms and use all the new cool clothes and school supplies.  But getting up early, having to do homework and going to bed early does not come without grunts and complaints.  Here are a few tips to set yourself up for an smooth start of the school year.

Keep your sanity with effective Time Management

“I’m late! For a very important date!
No time to say “Hello”, goodbye! I’m late! I’m late!”~ Alice in Wonderland

From bedtime to after school homework time, creating a consistent routine is essential for a successful school year.  The key to better managing your time is establishing consistent routines.  Let’s start with bedtime; for the most part summer vacation is a time when kids and parents throw their bedtime routines out the window. While it will be unrealistic to stick to a strict routine during vacation time it is Sleep+Chartimportant to get children back on track before the school year starts again.  A study released by the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health suggests that lack of a consistent sleep routine impairs development and negatively impact test scores.  Ideally you reintroduce the bedtime routine two weeks before school starts but fear not, it is not too late. Most NYC Public School students will be back to school on September 9 so you still have time.

Once you get the bedtime established it will be easier to get a morning routine started.  As it is with everything, children pay more attention when they are involved in the process, whether it’s in playing, learning or setting routines; it is helpful to include them in the process.  Discuss going back to school with them and what needs to be done then get their input on how they suggest they’ll accomplish their part then set up a plan.  Some parents use charts or check lists of things to be done, regardless of what tools you use, getting the kids involved will get them to buy into the process and set you up for a better start of the day.  It doesn’t help making it fun depending on your child’s age, things as little as stars, funny characters or  rewards (such as TV/Computer time) make things a bit more interesting for them.

The same goes for after school routines.  Regardless of how you feel about homework, the fact is your kids will have them and creating consistent after school routines will allow for a more peaceful home environment.  Let’s be real, coming home from work tired to cook and do other chores while your child is lollygagging about then shortly before bedtime you find out that the homework was not completed; there goes the neighborhood!  Forming consistent routines is not just for children but adults as well.  Rushing about does not bring out the best in us and we lead by example.  It is never too late to start so let’s get off to a GREAT SCHOOL YEAR Today!

Cheers to a Successful School Year 2013-14!

Resources:
NYC Department of Education: Parents and Families
NYC Department of Education: Parents Bill of Rights
Take the time to explore the NYC Department of Education website, they have many resources that often go unnoticed
CBS News Video: Back to school: Getting your kids back into their sleep routines

Filed Under: Blog

Learn WordPress

Let’s Get Social

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

Bronx Happenings Today

No events Today
  • all events
  • Bronx Happenings Calendar

    Today
    Mon
    Tue
    Wed
    Thu
    Fri
    Sat
    Sun
    M
    T
    W
    T
    F
    S
    S
    30
    31
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
    6
    7
    8
    9
    10
    11
    12
    13
    14
    15
    16
    17
    18
    19
    20
    21
    22
    23
    24
    25
    26
    27
    28
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5

    NYC Parks Bronx Events

    For more information visit NYC Parks Events at nycgovparks.org/events

      Blogroll

      • City Limits Bronx Bureau
      • PixemWeb – WordPress Themes, Design & Development
      • Bronx-PR on Google+

      Search Bronx-PR.com

      Archives

      Copyright © 2023 · Bronx-PR · Premium WordPress Theme Setup By: PixemWeb

      Copyright © 2023 · Magazine Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in

      We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
      Do not sell my personal information.
      Cookie SettingsAccept
      Manage consent

      Privacy Overview

      This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
      Necessary
      Always Enabled
      Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
      CookieDurationDescription
      cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
      cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
      cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
      cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
      cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
      viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
      Functional
      Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
      Performance
      Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
      Analytics
      Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
      Advertisement
      Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
      Others
      Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
      SAVE & ACCEPT