Reminders for Pre-K Parents...

Reminders: Please..... Have your child attend pre-kindergarten regularly.. Notify the school if your child is absent.. Be prompt in dropping off and picking up your child.. Label any items that are brought to school.. Send a note of explanation when transportation plans are changed.. Send a note of explanation when your child should stay inside during recess.. Examine and discuss your child's work with him or her.. Display this work and praise your child's effort.. Provide regular bedtime hours, and a good breakfast and lunch for your child.. Purchase all school supplies before the first day of school. (Additional supplies may be needed for the second semester).. Place money sent to school in a sealed envelope labeled with the child's name and the purpose for the money.. Help your child learn his or her full name, telephone number, address and birthday.. Be a reading model.. These suggestions will help your child’s first year of school begin on a positive note: Be sure that school records have current home and work telephone numbers.. Know the school calendar-which days your child will be in or out of school.. Be certain your child knows basic safety rules.. If possible, visit the school building with your child before the first day.. Be sure your child knows his/her teacher's name.. If your child expresses doubts or fears, don't ignore them. Try to answer all questions in a positive, reassuring way. Let your child know that there will be friendly people to help at all times..