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3 Tips to Avoid the COVID Slide

A recent Scholastic study of children in 3rd-5th grades also showed that students lost, on average, about 20 percent of their school-year gains in reading and 27 percent of their school-year gains in math during summer break. Add COVID and virtual learning to the mix and w're expecting that number to increase. Read on for 3 tips you can implement today to help your student avoid the COVID slump. 

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Sounds too simple, but research shows that modeling a daily, consistent reading plan for the entire family bolsters students' confidence and skills in higher order reading comprehension, oral fluency, and vocabulary.

Get Prepared

Get all school supplies you're going to need for the school year (virtual or in-person) and set up shop. Students should know where to find everything they need when they need them.

Stick with a Schedule

Set up a workable routine and stick with it. This means consistent bedtimes, meal times, work time, and me time.

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