GET A LIST OF ITEMS NEEDED
Shopping for school supplies and fall clothes can be
costly. Before you head out to purchase all new items, take
an inventory of what school supplies you have on hand
and what you will need to purchase. Scissors, calculators,
rulers and other similar items can be used again. You may
be able to use lunch boxes and backpacks for several years.
Before purchasing new clothing for the school year, go
through your child’s closet to see what you really need.
It’s possible your child has outgrown every pair of pants
over the summer and it’s also possible they are able to
wear the previous year’s clothing for a few more months.
It’s best to know what you really need before going out
and spending money on things you already have.
GET MEALS PREPPED
When the school year gets into full swing, meal planning
can help make your days run smoothly. Plan to have lunch
packing items on hand for back to school. Decide if it is
easier to pack lunches the night before or first thing in
the morning or to pack several lunches for the week on
Sunday night. Also try planning some easy weeknight
meals that you can prepare in advance to streamline busy
evenings. Slow cooker or freezer meals may be helpful as
you adjust to a new back to school routine as well. The
key is to have a plan or you may find yourself in the drive
through more than you would like.
Back to school is an exciting time but it can be stressful
when you don’t feel organized and prepared. A little
planning ahead will help everyone in the family feel ready
to face a new school year.
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