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.
Kids don’t always remember to mention school events. Skim the school website or newsletter together so nothing sneaks up.
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!
Waresboro Families: Our October edition of our school newletter is going home this week. Please check your child's homework folder for this month's helpful tips and important dates.
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.
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.
Is your child chatting with strangers in games like Roblox or Minecraft?
Learn what settings to check on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin
Learn what settings to check on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin
Waresboro Families: You are cordially invited to our Curriculum Night held with our Family Night at the Book Fair on Thursday evening, October 2nd. Door prizes are $20 shopping sprees at the Book Fair. Learn about your child's academic day, speak with teachers, and shop at the Book Fair. Check your child's homework folder on Monday for a flyer with times and more details.
🔒 Quick drill: “Would you hand this info to a stranger?” If no, then it doesn’t belong online either.
Practice remembering important info: address, phone number, parents’ names.
Invite your child to help plan or cook a meal. Life skills = future confidence.