Back to School tips

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

With school starting within the next week, Milford School District offered tips to parents to help their children prepare for the new school year. According to Trish Gerken, Public Information Officer, there are several things parents can do to prepare students, regardless of the grade level they will be attending. This includes discussing strategies with their children regarding organization and …

Here’s how to help children get ready to return to school 

Jarek RutzEducation, Headlines

Most of the 19 school districts in the First State kick off their academic year the week of August 28, and there’s several ways families can ensure their children have a smooth transition back to the classroom. “Parents should slowly start to wean their kids back to go to bed earlier so they wake up early,” said Bridget Amory, superintendent …

Back to School Tips for MCA and MHS Students

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

Milford High School students picked up their schedules on August 18 which provided them with an opportunity to learn who their teachers would be and make any adjustments to their schedules that were necessary. However, even though students at both Milford Central Academy and the high school have been attending school for many years, there are still some tips for …

Elementary Back to School Tips

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

With elementary school orientations planned for the next week, many parents are asking how what steps they should take to prepare their child for the start of the school year. Evelyn I. Morris Early Childhood Center will hold their orientation on Monday, August 29 while Benjamin Banneker, Lulu M. Ross and Mispillion Elementary Schools will hold orientation on Tuesday, August …

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Back to School Post-Pandemic: Let’s Talk Mental Health!

Betsy PriceHeadlines, Health

After navigating an unusual school year, children who will be returning to a full-time, in-person school setting may face some emotional and mental challenges. For parents, helping children navigate these feelings is important to their overall wellbeing and success in the classroom. Bayhealth Pediatrician Colleen Allorto, DO, offers tips for helping children adapt seamlessly and addressing the nervousness and stress …