Name: NewBridge Services
Address: 620 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Suite 1, Pompton Plains, NJ, 07444
Telephone: (973) 839-2520

Visit your child’s classrooms and locker before school starts
Get children involved in purchasing and organizing school supplies
Limit afterschool activities for the first few weeks of school
Keep an extra school supply list
Stock up on paper bags or book sox for covering books
Eat together as a family
Create a family planner-one place where all activities are listed (for mom & dad too!)
As a parent, create your own fall rituals of activities, traditions and exercise
Reward those who are ready for school early
Find humor
As fall starts, start making heartier meals, like soups, stews, casseroles
Infuse autumn decorations into your home
Delegate as much as possible—let children set out their own clothes, pack lunches, etc.
Keep your child’s backpack light—remove unnecessary items
Ask pointed questions that require detailed answers (“What was the best part of your day?” rather than “How was school?”)
Be enthusiastic for your child
Review school rules, safety rules, and expectations at home
Prepare tomorrow’s clothes the night before
Choose extracurricular activities wisely — allow some down time
Keep breakfast hearty and healthy — avoid sugars and white processed foods
Set up an in basket and an out basket for homework
Allow children time for physical activity
Be your child’s advocate
If you cannot greet your children when they get home, call them
Get to bed early and practice the school year morning routine for a week before school begins
Set aside a clean, quiet place for study/homework time
Reach out to the teacher early with questions and issues
Listen, and let children know you’re available to talk
Encourage your child to invite school friends over to play
Set an organized routine and do your best to stick to it
Get to know your child’s friends
Check backpacks daily