The End is Near!

The kids are feeling the anxiety and excitement of the end of the year, and for some it is a little daunting. The idea of leaving a school they have been familiar with for years can be intimidating, especially when they have known nothing else but Sutro and the family they have created here.

Remember to encourage your children to think about what they would like to get out of their 5th grade education, and to plan a "bridge" over the summer so they won't be so shocked by the 6th grade curriculum when it comes in August.

A "bridge" over the summer can be anything from a tutoring program or class to a summer camp that emphasizes academics as well as enrichment programs. This can help kids keep their focus on learning and knowledge when television and video games are tempting.

Please look into local programs and classes in your neighborhood to see if there is something that may keep him/her involved, interested, and active. In other words, turn off the television, shut down the computer, and take the fun outside!