How to Prepare for School

Starting a new school year can be stressful, advanced preparation can ease the transition.   

Difficulty Level: Medium      Time Required: 6 hours

Here's How:

1. Provide a current list of medical needs. 
2. Provide a current list of medications, along with the medications in their original bottles.
3. Visit the classroom and meet the teacher ahead of time.
4. Arrange to have any medical equipment delivered to the school in advance.
5. If your child requires an associate, meet with the associate in advance.
6. Contact the school in regard to your child's bus or transportation needs.
7. Provide the school with information in regard to feeding issues.
8. Provide the school with a list of your child's likes and dislikes.
9. Provide the school with any information that is relevant to providing your child comfort.
10. Provide the teacher with a list of summer events that are pertinent.

Tips:

1. You are your child's best advocate, stay involved.
2. Make certain that IEP accommodations are in place to meet the needs of your child.