Excited kids in the R-12 Springfield Public school district head back to the classroom today!

Here’s the first day of school checklist for parents:

Give the kids a healthy but fun breakfast

Take a “first day of school” photo    IF putting on social media- exclude school name and teacher to protect your child

Pack lunch or give lunch money (slip an encouraging note in their lunchbox)

Tell them “I love you”

Acknowledge concerns or fears

Slow down in school zones and crosswalks

Leave your child with a positive message- “See ya later Alligator”  have a great day!