As Maryland educators work to create a plan for the school year, most parents are prepping for the unknown. Will kids be attending classes online or in-person? Will your student need a backpack for carrying books or a laptop for watching lectures?
Whatever fall brings during the 2020 and 2021 school year, we want you and your kiddos to be fully prepared. Follow these tips from the Dorsey Family Homes team to give your family a brilliant start to the school year!
Get Your School’s Supply List
Depending on your child’s classroom and grade level, certain items may be required to have a successful semester. Make sure you have every tool and resource your mini-me’s teacher recommends.
TeacherLists makes school supply shopping easy for parents! By entering your state and zip code, you can quickly find your school, select the right grade, and get the list of items recommended by the teacher. Print the list, hit the store (or the keyboard), and check everything off your shopping list.
Have The Right Technology
The pencil-and-paper style of schooling has been transformed to a much more high-tech learning environment. Instead of buying notebooks this year, you’re probably shopping for laptops. Having reliable technology that’s proven to perform is essential for a modern school strategy!
Right now, many stores are putting the best student laptops on sale for September. Do your research, watch online reviews, and invest in one that will last beyond this school year.
If your child will be watching many of their classes online, prevent needless disruptions. Upgrade for faster internet and buy a suitable pair of noise-cancelling headphones. This will keep your student engaged through the whole lesson.
Create A “Focus” Space
Even if learning happens in-session on school grounds, the classes may be limited or have odd schedules. Make sure your home has a quiet area that’s setup for your child to focus.
Interruptions can make staying on task a challenge. A dedicated room or secluded corner will prevent household interruptions while your student is studying. When someone’s sitting in that space, everyone in the house should know to be quiet and respectful.
Ensure your young ones can get straight to work when they sit in their focus space. Equip them with a good desk, a comfortable chair, basic writing supplies, a calculator, and anything else they need to make learning from home as efficient as possible. These stunning homework station ideas are perfect for keeping your child motivated during homeschooling.
“Homeroom” has taken on a whole new meaning in 2020. With so much at-home work and schooling, you may feel like your family has outgrown the house you’re in! Find a forever home you can grow into with Dorsey Family Homes today!
