Everybody in School Every day
Punctuality
and daily attendance at school are critical to a child's learning and
development. Please help support your child with regular attendance and
getting to school on time.
The first bell at Mapleton School rings at 8:50 a.m. and the school day begins at 9:00 a.m.
Prepare to Be on Time Each Day
Regularly
being late to school can disrupt the flow of the classroom, distract
other students and impede learning. If your child is finding it difficult to get going in the morning, help them be more successful by having them prepare the night before. Your child can get into the routine of helping prepare their lunch, pick our their outfit and set up a relaxing bedtime routine to help get a good nights sleep. Reading before bed offers a number of benefits. It improves sleep quality, reduces stress, and is a great way to spend time with your child. It helps relax the mind and body to help develop a calming nighttime routine. Going to sleep at the same time every night will help your child get a better night's sleep and will train their bodies to wake up at the same time each morning.
Did You Know?
Children
between the ages of 6 and 12 years old require 9-12 hours of sleep every
night. Things like playing video games, or extra-curricular activities
can disrupt bedtime routines.
Avoid
“screen time” for at least 30 minutes before bed. The lights from
screens signals to the body that it is not yet time for sleep. Instead
of using the computer or watching TV before bed, try doing a relaxing
screen-free activity like reading a book or drawing.
More Helpful Suggestions
Choose
quick, easy breakfast options. Avoid skipping breakfast to save time
since breakfast provides energy and fuels the brain for the school day. If there is no time
for a full breakfast, try easy breakfast snacks like fruit, yogurt,
cheese, granola, or hard-boiled eggs.
Plan
on walking out the door a few minutes earlier than needed. Whether
taking the bus, walking, or getting driven to school, allow a few
minutes of ‘wiggle room’ to avoid being late.