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.

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