It's the time of year again: Back to School time! In this episode of the Empowered 2 Advocate Podcast, Michelle and Dana Marie discuss the transition back to school, focusing on the mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety that parents and educators experience.

They provide three key strategies for parents to prepare: reflecting on the previous school year, getting organized with necessary paperwork, and building relationships with educators.

These strategies aim to ease the transition for both parents and children, ensuring a smoother start to the new school year.

Key Takeaways

• Back to school time brings mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety.
• Reflecting on the previous school year helps set goals for the new year.
• Setting small, achievable goals can ease transitions.
• Organizing paperwork is crucial for a smooth start.
• Building relationships with educators is essential for support.
• Open communication with teachers can prevent future issues.

• Taking time to reflect doesn't have to be laborious.
• Establishing rapport early can ease future conversations.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Back to School Anxiety

02:39 Reflecting on Last Year

05:31 Getting Organized for the New Year

08:18 Building Relationships with Educators

Next Steps!

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