08/26/2026
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First Week = Routine Week ๐
Try to avoid โjust one extra dayโ of vacation once school begins. The first week sets habits that last all year.
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Kids get sick. Scheduling is hard. Many absences can be reduced with plans.ย Try this: same-day nurse call, telehealth note, ask for late arrival, bundle appointments after school, request work packets.ย Ask school about: make-up work policy, short-term health plan, attendance โforgivenessโ fo...