Stop Morning Madness

The night before:
• Gather books, homework, gym clothes, and other school items in one place
• Lay out clothes
• Pack a lunch
• Set the alarm

In the morning:
• Get dressed
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• 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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