For Immediate Release August 16, 2011 State Board of Education
reminds families to start school year with good habits Teacher
of the Year encourages schools and families to work as a team
SPRINGFIELD ― The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
encourages families to establish and maintain good health and
study habits as schools across the state open doors for the
start of a new academic year. The onset of the school year
provides a good opportunity to review academic content and start
the year with a positive attitude and new routines. “Students
need to arrive at school ready to learn and succeed,” said
Illinois State Board of Education Chairman Gery J. Chico.
“Families can help their children excel by developing habits
that ensure enough sleep, a good breakfast and a dedicated study
time and space. The onset of the school year is a great time to
establish new routines that will better prepare children to
thrive in the classroom and for the rest of their lives.” As
students approach the new school year, fa