K. A. Kruse is a practicing school administrator with 20+ years in education. He serves on the advisory board to the State Commissioner of Education, is a past president of the regional school administrator organization and is a freelance writer/consultant. He provides insight and advice on all aspects of school administration, with a specialty in public school finance.
This article (9 pages) details 5 simple steps to help parents prepare their children for the start of school. Specific suggestions, short scenarios, and detailed explanations are included for each step.