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As the school year begins, educators face a crucial task: establishing consistent routines that set the stage for student success. Although the start of the year is perfect for establishing routines, it’s important to remember that you can introduce positive changes at any time\u2014even on November 13. There’s never a wrong time to implement classroom routines. Equally important is for teachers to develop their own routine of consistent family communication\u2014a practice as vital to student achievement as classroom instruction itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consistent communication not only sets the tone for the year but also creates a supportive ecosystem where students can thrive. By bridging the gap between school and home, we create a unified front that reinforces learning and behavioral expectations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, we explore some innovative approaches using family messaging, digital backpacks, and newsletters to create and maintain robust routines that benefit both students and educators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leveraging Family Messaging for Micro-Routines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Family messaging tools, like those offered by SchoolStatus Connect<\/a>, can be used to establish what we call “micro-routines.” These are small, daily touchpoints that create a sense of consistency and connection. For instance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n