Back to School - Long Beach Resources

Back to School Resources

The lazy, hazy days of summer are just about over.  September is closing in on us and the beginning of the new school year is just around the corner.  Are you ready? 

Over at the Press Telegram, Kelly Puente and Jennifer Hall have a Long Beach fashion update for the new season.  You won't want to miss this years new styling designs.  Layering and Leggings are back!  Yes, straight out of the 80's and Big Bold Color is back!  Chunky jewelry is all the vogue and baring it all is sooooo out.  Kelly and Jennifer say "Put on some clothes!" 

Heather Waldmand over at Kidshealth.org has a wonderful article and some great suggestions about the emotional impact of the first day back at school:  "Going Back To School"

10 Tips for Smart Back-to-School Shopping over at great schools is sure to make your transition less stressful.  While you are over at Great Schools take their poll; How much do you spend on Back-to-school needs?

Shop where the teachers shop, CM School Supply has bunches of school supplies - at a discount!  Way to go........... Mom has money left over for that first day of school pampering..........a manicure AND a pedicure. 

Save time and money, by shopping online, at any one of these online discount school suppliers:

• BuyOnlineNow
• Discount School Supply
• ABC Teacher's Outlet
• Early Childhood
• Classroom Direct - Wholesale Supplier - Great idea for large familys. 
• Home Schooling?  Discount Home School Supplies is the place for you. 
• Toy Destination is advertising discount Backpacks and Lunchboxes as well.
• Deal Time has Craft and Drawing supplies to soothe that creative streak, and whole lot's more. 
• Head on over to 1StopSquare for your discount scrapbook supplies.

And what school year would be complete without a huge party to celebrate? 

BACK TO SCHOOL KICK-OFF
You Are Invited

The Long Beach Police Department, along with the Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine Department, invites everyone to join them for a Back to School Kick-Off.  This event will be held Friday, August 27, 2004, at the north PAL facility at 2311 E. South Street from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

The event will include live music from the Long Beach Symphony as well as a barbeque, moon jumps, games, tournaments, and other activities.  This event will be open to the public and admission is free.  

Since 1991, the Long Beach Police Department has operated a Police Athletic Program in the city.  The programs goal is to build positive relationships with youth that allow them to see the Police as a constructive element in the community.  Police officers offer themselves as positive role models for youth who may need a caring adult influence in their lives. 

The Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine Department has teamed with the Police Department in the north PAL facility.  Together, they form a partnership that is able to offer a safe place for young people to interact in a positive environment.  

Any questions can by directed to Sergeant Jeff Arndt at (562) 570-8038.

Check out these informative articles from  Great Schools :

• A Back-to-School Supply List to Get You Started
• 10 Tips for Smart Back-to-School Shopping
• The Debate Over Dress Codes and Uniforms
• Choosing Your Child's Back-to-School Clothes
• Shopping With Your Tween or Teen
• When to Get Your Child a Cell Phone
• Start Your School Routine Now
• Back to School: Avoid Morning Meltdown
• Jinx the Kindergarten Jitters
• 10 Tips for Adjusting to a New School
• Five Key Skills for Academic Success
• How to Stay Involved in Middle and High School
• Study Skills for Middle School and Beyond
• 10 Ways to Jump-Start College Planning
• What Are the Latest College Trends?
• Help Your Child Eat a Healthy Lunch
• Tips for Buying a Backpack and Carrying It Safely
• How to Get to School Safely
• What Makes a Great Parent?
• 10 Easy Ways to Help Your Child's School
• Parent-Teacher Conference Prep
• Is It ADHD? The Teacher and Doctor Disagree
• My Child Is Easily Distracted
• Get Ready for Middle and High School Reading
• Study Skills for Middle School and Beyond
• How to Read With Your Child
• Get Your Child Excited About Math

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Posted on August 16, 2007 04:02:05 by Laurie.Manny

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