As a new school year begins, many students are faced with the excitement—and challenges—of transitioning back to school. New teachers, new friends, and new routines can be overwhelming. BlazerWorks Speech Therapy Advisor Mary Kozyra, M.S., CCC-SLP recently shared some powerful strategies on WTSP Great Day Live to help kids with first-day jitters and transition smoothly back into school.
Mary shares some specific ways to help kids navigate their emotions, such as reading books featuring characters who are facing similar situations. These stories can help kids to feel understood and better prepared for what to expect. Since the transition from summer into the structure of school can be an adjustment, Mary emphasizes the importance for students to develop a steady routine and prioritize their mental health. Simple tools like visual schedules and writing prompts can greatly help students stay organized and motivated.
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Check out this clip from WTSP Great Day Live to learn more and reach out to BlazerWorks today to see how our Clinical Advisory Team can make a difference in your district.
Meet The Author
Mary Kozyra
M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech Therapy Advisor
Mary is an experienced speech-language pathologist focusing on pediatric speech sound disorders, language disorders, and literacy. In her role as a Speech Therapy Advisor at BlazerWorks, Mary is passionate about providing support and resources to speech therapists and education professionals to help them succeed in their current assignment and overall career.
