Dear Parents,
Your student is almost finished with their first semester of college! It might seem like you just dropped off your student at Kelly House, but a lot has changed in your student’s life in this short period of time.
We have listed a few helpful suggestions for welcoming your student back home for the Thanksgiving break:
- Ask questions, but don’t be disappointed if you don’t get all the answers.
- Avoid over-planning. Your student has experienced a lot of changes and may need some extra time to unwind.
- Be honest about your expectations. Do you still expect your student to attend Sunday night dinners when they are home? Should they continue to clean up after themselves and wash their own clothes as they do in college?
- Avoid criticism. While your student may show some maturity and growth, it may not be to the level you expected. Remember, they still have 3.5 years of education to go in their four-year college journey.
The article: “5 Things to Know Before Your College Student Comes Home for the Holidays” offers some helpful insight, as well.
Wishing you and your family a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
Sincerely,
REACH Program
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