5 Back to School 'Power Moves' for parents and teachers

Wendy Lopez-Aflitto, writing for Scholastic's "On Our Minds" blog, is offering five "power tips" to help teachers and parents connect and set the right tone for the school year.  

"When I was a teacher, I used this time to build a real connection with my students and their parents. I wanted to start the year off strong—to encourage us all to set those nervous butterflies free, and remember that we embark on this journey together. 

I also used it as a chance to try and build simple but concrete habits to help create a positive learning environment for my students in school and at home."

To read the entire column, click right here to visit Scholastic's "On Our Minds" blog.