The beginning of the school year may be overwhelming for some kids, and it can also be overwhelming for parents. There seems to be no end to forms, sign-ups, creating accounts and passwords. We understand!
Each Edina elementary school varies slightly, but here are some common things to do and look for:
Attend your school's Open House/Meet and Greet
We don’t yet know what the social distancing guidelines will be in August. Typically schools have an Open House/Meet and Greet event before school starts. It is an opportunity for parents to meet the teacher and new classmates, walk around the building, visit the classroom and drop off school supplies. Important forms specific to your child’s classroom will be available as well. Some schools also host gatherings for kindergarten families. If in-person gatherings are not possible this year, watch for virtual opportunities to connect.
Watch for Seesaw sign-up information
Many teachers use this application to send classroom communication, share pictures and video, share schoolwork, and eventually have your child sharing their own work with you.
Watch email and check for information coming from the school, especially the school newsletter
It is essential that we have a correct email address so that parents are included on important communications. This is how parents will learn about school-wide events and get information about being included in the school directory.
