Why The First Day Matters
Why The First Day Matters https://villageglen.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/WhyTheFirstDayMatters-600x600-1.jpg 600 600 Village Glen School //villageglen.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/VillageGlenLogo_darkGreen.svgWhy The First Day Matters It’s the first day of school. Is your child ready to go at 7:30 am, or are they still in bed, pleading a headache? After enduring a challenging period of uncertainty and adapting to new norms during Covid, the first day of school in a post-pandemic era marks an important milestone in a student’s journey. It is more critical than ever for our students to make every effort to be present. Here’s why students, especially those with individualized educational needs, shouldn’t miss their first day… Transition, Routines, Sensory Integration, and Setting the Tone: For autistic children and children with other learning disabilities, routine and predictability are essential. The first day of school marks a significant transition from a familiar environment (such as home or preschool) to a new and structured setting, complete with new stimuli, such as noises, smells, and crowds. Establishing a positive routine can…
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