The first week of the new preschool year has come to a close. We’ve seen the tears as children have been dropped off for their first preschool experience or even being left in a different room within the facility. Emotions also run high as teachers watch the little ones they’ve spent the past year with move on. On the other hand, you can see and feel the excitement of moving on or making a fresh start. Whatever the emotion, the first few weeks are definitely a time of transition period for EVERYONE involved.
Teachers have been preparing for the new group and need to become familiar with the new children and their families. It’s a time of understanding and much patience as there is a child or two that misses their old and familiar surroundings, new parents need that extra understanding too. Teachers find themselves serving several roles all year long, but it’s especially true in the very beginning. Then there are the parents who are diligently trying to “be good” and keep up with the rules and requirements. Along with this is the emotional impact of leaving your child in the hands of someone else . Let’s not forget the director of the facility who is just trying to keep everything operating smoothly and hoping to keep everyone involved happy! And last and certainly not least is the child who has so many new things to learn and a different environment to settle into.
We all have to be patient and considerate with one another at first as we ease into the new routine. There will be mistakes made as well as some misunderstandings. It certainly can be a bit overwhelming! No worries, it will all be running pretty smoothly in no time.
Have a safe and happy Labor Day and a wonderful new school year!
~ Jackie & Jo-Jo
