Giving them tasks, takes the pressure off of first day." - Merribeth Rhoads Let them know they will have to be able to name at least one kid in their class who they think will be a friend. Tell them they get to pick dinner even if it is MCD. "Show them where the bathroom is, tell them you love and are proud of them. I think we all exchanged Hershey kisses too in case we missed each other later. After about 20 minutes of welcome and explanation of how the classroom and day would go, all the kids were gathered onto the story time carpet, Miss Rack started reading an exciting book and then told all us parents we could go now. "For our kids at Pope John XXIII School, the parents came into the kindergarten classroom with our children. "Before you go, talk to them about how the day will go, visit the room with them and then 'have a good day' and 'I'll see you later.' Also, Day 1 May be the hardest on you, but kids can take weeks to get into the routine." - Jason Morris I think she will be more nervous now than in kindergarten." - Marci Rubin I will still say something along those lines as she will start a new school as a third grader. "I didn't say 'goodbye', but more of a 'have a great day, be a good listener, be a kind friend, and I can't wait to hear about your day later'.letting your child know you will see them later makes the 'long' day away have a tangible timeline. "Read them The Kissing Hand and place a kiss in their hand so they put it on their cheek and say, I'm always with you. "Wear sunglasses." - Cherry Preschool teacher Kim Newman Keep it positive and cry at home." - Michelle Trepanier I felt very grown up." - Advice columnist Amy DickinsonĪ hug, a big smile and do not let them see you cry! If you are sad or anxious they will be too. When I came home my mother gave me a special lunch served on a tray. I still remember my first day - 50 years ago. "Mainly try to hold (your own) tears in and understand that it is scary/exciting. How to survive the first day of in-person kindergarten
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