Preparing for school 2020/2021

Most of us are still in the guessing stage of what this year might look like for the kids heading or not physically heading back to school. I am a proactive person and like to stay ahead of things or at least plan a bit so that I may keep some sanity as the dates approach. So here are just a few simple things you can do to get a jump on what may be ahead.

• School Correspondence – Bookmark or make an email folder of all your children’s school correspondence so that you can easily recall it when needed. I don’t know about you, but we have been bombarded with a ton of information and I keep referring back to.

• White/Cork board -Get a white board or cork board to post up your kid’s schedule (s). This year may be complicated with ½ days, some days at school some at home and having it posted where everyone can see it clearly will help. I often color code by days or kids to so that it is easier for some to focus just on their color.

• Menus – Now is the time to start discussing lunch menus and dinners. This is one of the top things I keep hearing from others is that it seems like they are always cooking or making meals during COVID. Think easy crock-pot dinners and grab N go lunches, cooking in bulk and freezing.

• School Zone – Set up that school zone (s) if you have not already. Somewhere they can study, concentrate to get their work done successfully. Carve out a spot to have each child’s school folders color coded by subject to cut down on confusion. You could even make a DONE and TO BE COMPLETED section if you have the space to do so.

https://www.pinterest.ca/homeschoolon/homeschool-room-setup/

• Daily schedule – This will probably be the most complicated if you have several kids. This is true especially if space is limited and you must rotate computer usage and school zone areas.

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10 Unique Homeschool Schedules from Veteran Homeschool Moms – See What Works for Them

• Resources – Bookmark free support, educational and resource sites. Below I have listed a few good sites that may be helpful. Afterall we are all in this together and need all the support we can get!

Supporting Families During COVID-19

https://www.today.com/parents/how-homeschool-during-coronavirus-crisis-t176020

Free Online Resources for Families

https://www.vox.com/identities/2020/3/25/21193142/coronavirus-covid-19-kids-work-from-home-child-care-school-cancellations