Lisa @ School Family writes: Hi Penny- Some good advice from Lynn! Also, how about contacting the counseling office for your kids and see if they have any recommendations for your kids. I think that Lynn's point about joining activities is key to meeting people faster and feeling more comfortable. As for you, go to your school’s PTO or PTA meetings! Great way to meet people and get a feel for the school & the principal! Lastly, have you read this article? http://www.schoolfamily.com/school-family-articles/article/10639-ease-the-transition-to-a-new-school ~ Keep us posted + lots of luck.
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Lynn writes: Our family is in the same boat! The first thing I did was enroll my kids in local day-camps to get to know other kids from the area. From there, they joined some sports clubs (that's their thing). I'd also suggest going to local parks and chatting with other Moms, kids. When i enrolled them in school, I asked that they be assigned a "buddy" to help them around the new school when it starts. From what I've been told, if they haven't met many kids when school begins, they certainly will during their first week. Kids are resiliant -- they'll be fine! Best of luck.
