Fall break starts soon. Set a goal with your child to finish homework or projects early so the break feels like a true break.
Fall Break is October 13 - 17, 2025. Translation: “I’m bored” season starts now. Stock snacks, patience, and board games, and thank us later.
Teach kids how to memorize one important phone number - yours! That way, they’ll be able to reach you.
Snapchat’s “My AI” sounds harmless, but it’s not a babysitter. Check your child’s privacy settings today.
Be the One Who’s Ready! Fire drills and AED awareness trainings help everyone stay ready. High schoolers are encouraged to learn CPR basics and share with others.
Kids don’t always remember to mention school events. Skim the school website or newsletter together so nothing sneaks up.
October is Fire Prevention & AED Awareness Month. Students will be reviewing evacuation plans and how to respond to medical emergencies. These life-saving skills are important for everyone, and practicing them helps keep our schools safe and prepared. #WeAreWare
AED Awareness = Preparedness. Know where to find life-saving AEDs, and learn how to respond to a health emergency. Fire safety and medical preparedness go hand in hand!
Fire Safety Starts With Me! This week, students will practice fire drills and learn how to stay safe in the event of an emergency. Help your child recognize fire alarms and evacuation signs, and review your own home plan, too!
Mondays are for planning—pack extra snacks or water if your child has after-school activities this week.
Even simple games let kids send messages. Learn how to talk about online kindness at Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin
PSA: The Lost & Found isn’t a free boutique. Label. Your. Child’s. Hoodie. :)
Teach kids the “pause before you post” rule. A 10-second pause can prevent a lifetime of regret.
Midweek check-in: Ask your child one “rose” (good thing) and one “thorn” (hard thing) from their school day.
New month, new routines. Take 5 minutes tonight to look at your family’s calendar together so kids know what’s ahead.
🐊 Motivation hack: Start the week with, “You are capable. You are smart. You are kind.” Cheesy? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely.
Ask your child: “What’s something you did today that made you proud?” Then share your own answer.
September’s almost in the books. Celebrate the wins—big and small—with your kids. They’ll remember your encouragement more than the grades.
New week, new start. Share a positive affirmation: “You are capable. You are smart. You are kind.”
Celebrate effort this week with a family walk, movie, or special dessert.