Parents Play Key Roles In Easing Back-To-School Anxiety
A structured day-to-day helps ease back-to-school anxiety for your children. That’s according to Personal Growth Counseling’s clinical social worker Christy Bennett She said that the fears can stem from the fear of the unknown to a change from the summer routine. Bennett said to help assuage fears, parents can establish expectations. “Knowing what consequences will […]
Putnam Schools Expect Good Year Ahead After First Week Back
Putnam County Schools had their first full day back on Tuesday, and officials say it looks like it will be a good school year. Deputy Director Tim Martin said that the main issue facing schools is long car lines from the influx of students. “Not just newly registered but everybody being back,” Martin said. “All […]
Van Buren High School Hosts Informational Night For Students And Parents
Van Buren High School will host an informational back to school night Tuesday evening. Principal Katina Simmons said the event will serve both parents and students with information as the new school year begins. “We’re really big on communication with our parents and our students,” Simmons said. “The more they know the more information they […]
Backpack Assist Ministry To Host 10th Annual Back-To-School Drive
The Backpack Assist Ministry will host its 10th annual Back-to-School celebration. Coordinator Carleen Benson said that each year the organization takes donations and puts the money towards providing resources to students in White and Van Buren Counties. “It is an awesome event,” Benson said. “And it’s a community event where everybody gets together and we […]
