4 AUGUST 2022 EDITOR’S NOTE One of the best parts of starting a new school year is buying school supplies. You may not believe it, but my mother actually sent me a “bouquet” of pencils one year while I was in college. I still have it, sitting on the bookshelf in my room. Arcadia News is known for sharing news about our schools; this month is no exception. Arcadia High and Hopi Elementary welcomed new principals; Dr. Danskey and Dr. Plenkovich are both from out-of-state and said they are excited to learn about our community. We learned about two Veritas teachers that started an education- based podcast called Teachers Talk, which focuses on instruction, encouragement and building relationships within the school walls. A former AHS student athlete recently played in the College Baseball World Series, and two Phoenix Country Day students are doing their part to help the community through their nonprofit. One thing is for sure, our schools and students are always on the go and always amazing. There are only eight days left to submit photos for our Summer Vacation Photo Spread, so make sure to send your pictures to editor@arcadianews.com for a chance to be in the September issue. Your photo might be on the cover! Happy back-to-school days, and thank you for reading the Arcadia News, — Mallory Gleich UPCOMING THEMES: No one has better coverage in the areas of Arcadia, Biltmore and the Camelback Corridor. Promote your business to 45,000 loyal Arcadia News readers. For more: 602-840-6379 or email roni@arcadianews.com . SEPTEMBER Fall Sports Preview OCTOBER Fall Events NOVEMBER Honoring Military “The difference between try and triumph is a little umph.” – Marvin Phillips Director at The Hills School, 5524 E. Lafayette Blvd. For more: thehillsschool.org. BY NOLA ENGE, PH.D. Nola ’ Nola ’ Nolas Nola s Nola Notes C arefree summer days have slipped away, and now it’s time for school. Here are a few tips to help your family ease into the busy academic schedule ahead. FOR STUDENTS Young children may be having their very first school experience. Help them embrace their independence by letting them choose a lunchbox, water bottle and backpack. Have them pick out their first-day outfits, no matter how wild. No one will care if it’s a cape, pajamas and rain boots, and supportive preschools will celebrate the autonomy. Pack healthy lunches and snacks that they love. Enjoy a few lunch box lunches at home with your preschooler, so they can master opening compartments and food items and practice cleaning up. If supplies are requested, invite your child to choose the items. They’ll be proud to deliver them to their teacher, even if it’s just tape or tissues. Students of all ages can benefit from visiting the school before it opens, especially if the school is new to them. Drive-by to show them where they will be dropped off by car or bus. Point out the classroom, bathrooms, library and cafeteria and fun spaces like the playground, soccer may like to walk the campus with their schedules to locate their new classrooms. They could find their classrooms on an online school map if visiting campus isn’t feasible. The enduring teacher tip for school success? Sleep, sleep, sleep! It’s a must for all ages to be happy, ready to learn, and have energy throughout the day. Earlier evening routines lead to earlier bedtimes. Move up dinnertime, bath time and reading rituals. Make sure your home has clear cues that it’s time for sleep. Older students should turn off media, pack backpacks, and lay out their clothes at night to make the early mornings more manageable. FOR PARENTS The start of school signals that it’s time to get involved. Arizona schools have countless needs, and participation is essential. Parent orientations offer opportunities to introduce yourself to each teacher, including those for music, band, PE and art. This way, children will observe that education is valued in your family. You may join site-based parent-teacher groups or performing arts and athletic booster clubs. Your child’s school may need tutors, lunchroom help and library assistance. Ask teachers what they need throughout the year. Elect local representatives committed to ensuring our schools thrive, or consider a run for office yourself. Finally, one of the best things you can do is to create a literacy-rich home. For young children, ensure writing materials are accessible for little hands and books are in reachable bins. Model reading for pleasure and purpose, not merely to boost reading skills. Research their many questions. “Oh, Tips for ensuring back-to-school success Lila and Elsie head to their first day at Hopi. PHOTO: EMILY BLAIS Serving the Arcadia area since 1958 | D O G S | CATS | B I R DS | EXOTI C S | DISCOVER OUR ONLINE PHARMACY! 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