FORT MYERS, Fla. – The start of a new school year can be nerve-wracking for students, especially for those entering middle school. From new friends to homework expectations, there’s a lot for your child to adjust to.
Florida Gulf Coast University Professor Dr. Ann Tilman discussed what parents can do to help their kids smoothly transition into a new school.
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