Back to school, already?

The idea of going back to school isn’t as far fetched as we would like to think. It’s only the beginning of August, and back to school supplies and clothes have already hit the shelves. Excitement, sadness and feeling overwhelmed are just some of the emotions that come rushing back when the idea of starting school comes to mind. But don’t be fooled, these feelings affect you as parents, as well as the kids. School shopping for the right folders and notebooks because your child has to have the right color folder or the newest types of pens and pencils, and not to mention finding that perfect first day of school outfit.

If your child is leaving the nest for the first time the experience can be a bitter sweet. It may be the first time your child has been away from home or their first time riding the bus alone, but having the feelings of anxiety or sadness are normal and expected. But the start of school can be an exciting time for everyone, children new to school as well as experienced school-goers, and also for the parents. Its great having your kid’s home for the summer to enjoy family time and vacations, but when September rolls around, the relief of school can be much needed.

School is not only an educational experience, but great for building social skills and creative minds. Finding new friends is a great way to introduce your children to the different lifestyles and backgrounds, as well as gaining greater social skills. By meeting such a variety of people, this will hopefully spark their interest and creativeness in their everyday life.

So, as we find the school year quickly approaching, keep your cool and look for the positives. You’re child will be able to build better social skills and socialize with kids their own age. They will hopefully be able to become more creative in the projects and educational experiences they go through. And last but not least, you will get some piece and quite in the household, once again.