Another school year has started and it’s early mornings, bleary eyes, and crestfallen souls. There are just three helpful tips that will assist you in getting back into the swing of school.

1.Re-Establish School Routines

Use the last few weeks of summer to get into a school-day rhythm. Practice getting up and getting dressed at the same time every morning, start eating breakfast, lunch, and snacks around the times you will eat when school is in session. It’s also important to get used to leaving the house in the morning, so plan morning activities outside the house in the week or two before school.

2. Create a Launch Schedule

Parents and teachers should do whatever they can to facilitate a child being responsible. At home, you can designate a spot where school things like backpacks and lunch boxes always go to avoid last-minute scrambles in the morning. You might also make a list of things to bring to school and post it by the front door.

3. Set Up a Time and Place for Homework and Stay Organized

Head off daily battles by making homework part of your everyday routine. Establish a time and a place for studying at home. Even if it’s the kitchen table, it really helps if you know that’s where you sit down and do homework, and that it happens at the same time every day.