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Helpful Back to School Tips:

Preparing for back to school involves resetting sleep schedules two weeks early, organizing supplies and clothes the night before, practicing morning routines, and talking openly about feelings.

These steps reduce stress and help children feel confident.

Adjusting Routines and Sleep - Move bedtimes and wake times earlier in small 15-minute steps starting two weeks before school.

Do a practice run of the morning routine so kids remember the rhythm of getting dressed, eating, and heading out.

Limit late-night screen time to help bodies wind down for early mornings.

Shop early with your child to let them pick out a few favorite items and build excitement. Lay out clothes, pack backpacks, and prep lunchboxes the night before to save precious morning time.

Supporting Emotional Readiness Talk about what to expect on the first day to calm nerves.
Listen to worries without interrupting and validate their feelings. Visit the school grounds or classroom ahead of time if possible to make the environment feel familiar.

Our youngest learners are starting to get excited about school. Spending a bit of time building independence now will help them feel more confident at school.
Pro tip:
Try packing their lunch in their lunch box and having them open all packages and containers independently.

Getting Ready for School - Some Helpful Tips!

Night Before Tips:
Set out clothes
Pack lunch and snacks
Start a calm bedtime routine
Aim for 10 to 12 hours of sleep

Morning Routine Tips:
Wake up at the same time daily
Eat a healthy breakfast
Brush teeth and get dressed
Leave early to avoid rushing

Independence Skills to Practice:
Dress and undress alone
Open and close lunch containers
Use the bathroom and wash hands
Know full name and how to ask for help

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School starts in exactly one month (Sept. 1st). Over the next few weeks, we will be posting ideas and suggestions about getting ready for the start of school.

🎉📚 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON, OHS! 📚🎉

It might still be summer ☀️😎, but the 2026–2027 school year is just around the corner! We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to O’Gorman High School! 💚🤍

⏰ Start setting those clocks! It’s time to slowly get those sleep schedules back on track. 😉

🆕 GRADE 9s: Keep an eye out for a phone call from members of our amazing LINK Crew! 📞 They’ll be reaching out to welcome you and help get you ready for your first day at OHS on Tuesday, September 1! This day is for Grade 9 students only and is all about helping you get comfortable, connected and ready for high school! 🙌

🏫 ALL STUDENTS: Our first day together is Wednesday, September 2! We’re looking forward to having the whole OHS family back under one roof!

👕 UNIFORMS: Don’t forget to get those uniform orders in so you’re ready to go for September!

📧 MORE INFORMATION: Parents and students can watch their email during the week of August 24 for important back-to-school information, schedules, reminders and everything you’ll need to know for a great start.

📍 MAIN OFFICE: The OHS Main Office officially reopens Monday, August 24 at 8:00 a.m.

Enjoy these last few weeks of summer, OHS! ☀️ We’ll see you soon!

💚🤍 New year. New opportunities. Let’s make 2026–2027 a great one! 🤍💚

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