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Stop Morning
Madness
The night before:
• Gather books, homework, gym clothes, and other school items in one
place
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Lay out clothes
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Pack a lunch
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Set the alarm
In the morning:
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Get dressed
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Eat a healthy breakfast
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Leave the house at a set time
Morning checklist:
• Books and notebooks
• Assignment pad
• Homework
• Lunch money or lunch ready in fridge
• Permission slips
• After school items
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Things to Do After School
• Tutor younger children
• Do odd jobs for older or disabled people
• Volunteer with libraries, hospitals, or nursing homes
• Become involved in a sports program
• Sign up for marching band or other school activities
• Join a community group, such as the Boys/Girls clubs
Co-Curricular Activities
Sports:
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Cross Country
• Bowling
• Basketball
• Wrestling
• Softball
• Baseball
• Track
Clubs:
• Student Government
• Performing Arts
• S.A.D.D. Chapter
• Junior National Honor Society
• Builders Club
• F.F.A. (Future Farmers of America)
• F.B.L.A. (Future Business Leaders of America)
• F.C.C.L.A. (Family, Career, Community Leaders of America)
Helpful Student and Parenting Web Sites
B.J. Pinchbeck's Homework Helper
Online English Grammar
OH! Kids
Parent Soup
Kid Source
Tools to deal with bullying
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