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Courtney Gregor

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Courtney Gregor is the Middle School Counselor & Learning Services Coordinator. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Franklin and Marshall College and a master's degree in School and Mental Health Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. She also has a National Counselors Certification. Additionally, she is the head swim coach at Sanford.

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5 Tips to Help Your Child Transition to Middle School

Posted by Courtney Gregor on May 30, 2020 at 1:46 PM

Going to middle school is a big change, and even though your child may be excited, there’s also probably some anxiety about moving up to the next level. This Scholastic article notes that some of the common fears that kids have about starting middle school. Parents can support their children by taking kids’ concerns seriously and, as much as possible, being proactive before the school year begins so that the transition is a smooth one. Read the following five tips that you can use to help prepare you and your child to make the move to middle school.

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Topics: Education, College Guidance, Academics, Parenting Tips, Middle School