Your Morning Boost

Welcoming New Students: A Proactive Approach

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The new school year is on the horizon, and with it comes the exciting challenge of welcoming new move-in students. In this episode of 'Your Morning Boost,' we delve into proactive strategies for school leaders to ensure these students have a smooth and supportive transition from day one. We explore how to go beyond a simple welcome and create systems that help new students feel seen, connected, and ready to thrive in their new environment.

Highlights:
  • Early Orientation: The importance of holding a dedicated orientation session for new students before the rest of the student body returns.
  • Peer Buddies: Assigning a student "welcome committee" or peer buddy to help new students navigate the social and physical landscape of the school.
  • Seamless Administration: Ensuring all enrollment, scheduling, and logistical details are handled efficiently to prevent first-day stress.
  • Teacher Preparedness: Providing teachers with brief profiles on new students to help personalize their welcome and support.
  • Ongoing Support: The value of scheduling follow-up meetings with new students and their families to ensure a successful integration.
    • Listen in to learn how to transform a potentially overwhelming experience into a strong foundation for academic and social success.

    Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by AWB Education and Grundmeyer Leader Search.Find out more about how they can help you: awbeducation.org grundmeyerleadersearch.com


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