A great first day tomorrow starts today
School starts tomorrow!
Here are five tips to help you and your kids have a great first day back at school in the Arlington ISD.
1) The Night Before
Back to school eve is just as important as the first day of school. Make sure you’re ready for the big day before you go to bed. You don’t want to have to scramble to get everything ready in the morning when you’re trying to get out the door. So, have the backpack ready, clothes picked out and breakfast planned the night before. The more prepared you can be the better.
Check out the elementary school supply lists here so you can be ready. Junior high and high school students will find out what supplies they need from their teachers during the first week of school.
And remember, getting a good night’s sleep sets the tone for a smooth back-to-school morning.
2) Fuel Your Brain
After you get that good night of sleep and are ready to start the morning, it’s time for the most important meal of the day. A nutritious breakfast – whether at home or school – is the right way to jumpstart the first day back at school. Arlington ISD provides breakfast and lunch at each campus, and you can check out the school menus and pay for meals here.
3) Be Ready for the Traffic
Traffic will be bad. It always is on the first day. And drop-off and pick-up may take longer than it will the rest of the year. So, give yourself plenty of time. It’s a good idea to add some extra time in your morning routine and leave home earlier than usual.
Rember, elementary times are 8:10 a.m. to 3:35 p.m., junior high times are 8:45 to 4:10 p.m. and high school times are 7:35 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can see a complete list of calendars and important dates here.
4) Create Memories
Whether your child is heading into pre-K or senior year, be sure to snap some memories with a “first day of school” pic. Before you know it, they’ll be walking the stage at graduation, and you don’t want to miss a moment. Show off your students to your friends and family using the hashtag #ArlingtonISDWelcomesMe so we can share your first day of school pictures on our district social media channels.
5) Set the Tone
Words of affirmation, a note in your child’s lunch box or a reminder that you cannot wait to hear about their day are all ways to set your child up with a positive attitude going into the new school year. If your child is nervous, remind them to take a deep breath and exhale. There are games to play, friends to make and many fun things to learn.
Have an amazing first day back to school!