Avoid disciplining your child in front of friends. Save it for when you are alone.
Encourage your child to write a thank-you note to a favorite teacher.
Give your child a plant to care for.
On days without assignments, have your child use study time to review.
Link responsibilities to freedom. By becoming more responsible, your child can earn more freedom.
Let your child invite a friend to join your family for dinner one night.
Today is Pi Day. Pi is a mathematical constant that starts with 3.14. Go online with your child to learn more about pi.
Ask your child, “If you could redesign your room any way you wanted, what would you do?” Consider making reasonable changes.
Peer pressure can be positive. Encourage group activities like sports and volunteering.
Focus on things your child does well today. Provide specific praise.
Talk with your child about ways to resolve conflicts peacefully.
As you drive, talk with your child about traffic safety.
Have everyone in the family spend 30 minutes cleaning up your home. Many hands make light work.
Ask what five rules your child would make if in charge of the household.
We are monitoring expected inclement weather for Wed., March 5, 2025, and have been in contact with our local EMA Director about its expected effect on our area. School will remain on a normal schedule tomorrow. Expect wind, thunderstorms & gusty conditions from 6-10 AM. Please drive cautiously & dress for the weather. Stay safe!
Stage a family fire drill. Make sure your smoke alarms work.
Write your child a note of thanks. “It’s such a help to the family when you vacuum the floor. Thank you!”
Listen to a piece of music that has no lyrics. Challenge your child to write some or describe what scene they picture while listening to it.
Set aside some time to spend one-on-one with your child today.
If your child gets headaches when reading or holds books too close, schedule a vision check-up.