As summer ends, many children aren’t ready to go back to school. They might be excited about buying school clothes, but starting back into their usual academic routine might not be as enticing. Parents and guardians can help students get excited for the new year by reminding them of everything school brings. Below, you’ll find a few factors to mention that will make the transition to a new school year easier.

Seeing Their Friends

When the school year begins, students go back to their regular schedule of seeing their friends five days a week. This is a major draw for many kids, as not everyone unites with their friends as often during the summer. Elementary school students are particularly excited about this concept, as they can’t freely see their friends whenever they want.

Participating in Activities

Many students love the extracurricular programs offered at school, like soccer, cross-country, basketball, volleyball, flag football, and basketball. Many schools also offer additional academic options, like enrichment opportunities for gifted students or challenge programs.

Learning From Their Favorite Teachers

Teachers spend their summers enjoying their freedom but also looking forward to seeing their students again. Your kids may or may not admit it, but they likely missed learning from their favorite teachers, too. Remind your kids that they’ll soon be immersed in their favorite subjects again with the help of awesome, encouraging teachers. This will take away some of your child’s academic worries, as your kids will know they have help if they need it.

If your family is looking for a school that places importance on spiritual and academic values, consider High Point Friends School in High Point. Our students look forward to returning each year, as they enjoy the challenging, collaborative class environment, the positive reinforcement and encouragement from caring teachers and friends, and the family atmosphere and social interactions anchored by the core values of Friends education, including simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality and stewardship. To learn more call (336) 886-5516 or visit them online.