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Robert Hurtgen

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Robert Hurtgen is a husband, father, minister and writer. Read more of him at robhurtgen.wordpress.com.

How to help your kids get ready for school this year

Saturday, August 14, 2021

My children have been asking me questions about the next school year. Questions such as, "What is going to happen?"; "What might happen?"; and "What the worst-case scenario could be?" The everyday stress from the start of a new school year is amplified. Some excitement about what the new year may bring is nearly overshadowed by what might happen next. My children need encouragement. I'm guessing yours do, too. We can each take a couple of simple actions to encourage our children in this coming school year.

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