Parent hacks to make the school year easier for everyone

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After a hurricane-induced delay, summer has finally ended and school is back in session for virtually all schools in the Greater Houston area.

To help ease the transition back to school during perhaps one of the most difficult starts to the school year in recent history, Chron.com has some quick tips to make the year easier on everybody.

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There are things you can do before school starts to get kids ready for the classroom. That can include practicing your morning routine a few days beforehand so students know what to expect and can be prepared for the big day.

During the school year, embrace your slow cooker. It will be your best friend on the days when you have to shuttle kids between soccer and band practice and also have dinner on the table at 7 p.m.

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A good way to hit the ground running is to discuss school or learning goals with your child and help them figure out what they need to be doing to achieve the goals. This is especially helpful with older children. Teach them about long-term and short term goals and work with them to meet them.

See some tips and parent hacks to make the school year and life easier on your whole family.