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ABCs of school success By Pam Molnar A successful school year is as easy as learning your ABCs. Check out these simple tips for a happy and healthy school year. Accept new challenges ­ Push your child to go outside of his comfort zone. Encourage him to try activities, learn new sports and make new friends. Breakfast ­ If your child does not have time for a sit-down breakfast, provide onthe-go breakfast foods. Chores ­ Give your child a few jobs that you expect done each day before or after school such as making her bed or feeding the dog. Downtime ­ Be sure to add free time to their schedule. These are the times your child can relax on the couch or have a last minute pickup game with friends. Exercise ­ Balance your child's sedentary school day with plenty of exercise outside after school. Friends ­ Encourage your child to invite friends over so you can get to know them. Grab and go snacks ­ Your child will be hungry after school. Be prepared with pre-bagged healthy snacks like veggies and dip or hummus and crackers. Illness ­ Stock your child's backpack or desk with tissues and hand sanitizer. Remind him to wash his hands and to sneeze into his arm. Join ­ Encourage your child to join activities at school. It gives them a sense of belonging. Keep trying ­ Encourage your child to pick himself back up and try again. Disappointment builds character and gives him the tools to succeed. Limitations ­ It's okay to say no to invitations and extra practice when you see your child is overwhelmed. Be Mindful of others' feelings ­ Think before you say it and apologize if it comes out wrong. Nutrition ­ Plan healthy meals ahead of time. Get organized ­ Save yourself some sanity in the mornings by organizing things the night before. Be a good example ­ While words are important, your actions mean much more. Quality time ­Try to plan dinners together or have a family game night to stay connected. Continued on page 27 Advertorial 23 | Thursday, August 27, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com DANCE Professional Curric ulum for Ac robatic Danc e ROYAL ACADEMY OF "WHERE DANCERS' DREAMS Now COME 7,000 sq. ft. TRUE" LIVE TO DANCE ACADEMY OFFERS CLASSES TO RECREATIONAL & COMPETITIVE STUDENTS IN Jazz Tap RAD Ballet Hip Hop Acro Lyrical Little Wiggles Creative Starz Break-dancing Musical Theatre Boyz Only Hip Hop DIAMOND PLATINUM Classes offered for ages 18 months - adult "Boys dance half price their first year" august 27th 5pm-8pm, august 29th 10am-2pm and September 1st & 2nd 10am-2pm & 5pm-8pm RegiStRation dateS: 2210 Speers Road, Unit 1-3 (between 3rd line & Bronte Rd.) (905) 827-7771 www.livetodanceacademy.ca