Jazan Health Cluster issues five tips to help students prepare mentally for new school year

Jazan Health Cluster has urged parents to prioritize the psychological preparation of students before they return to school, emphasizing that mental readiness is just as important as gathering school supplies and contributes to starting the academic year with confidence, reassurance, and better learning preparedness.

Through awareness messages under the slogan “Prepare their emotions before their backpack,” the cluster explained that changes in daily routines at the start of school can affect students’ mental state. Families are encouraged to follow practical steps to help children transition smoothly back to the school environment.

The advice includes gradually adjusting sleep schedules by moving bedtime and wake-up times earlier before school begins, which helps restore biological rhythms and improves attention and mood.

Parents are also encouraged to talk with their children about returning to school, listen to their expectations and concerns, and give them space to express themselves, which can help reduce anxiety associated with the start of the academic year.

The cluster stressed the importance of highlighting positive aspects by reminding children of activities they enjoy, their friends, and positive experiences at school, rather than focusing solely on homework and exams.

The cluster also emphasized the need to monitor ongoing changes and pay attention to signs such as persistent sleep disturbances, frequent stomachaches or headaches, or a marked refusal to go to school, as these may indicate issues that require attention and assessment.

The recommendations also include gradually organizing daily routines by scheduling sleep, meals, study, play, and physical activity, to help students shift from holiday habits to the school routine more smoothly.

Jazan Health Cluster affirmed that the family’s role goes beyond preparing school bags and uniforms; it begins with supporting the student’s emotions, providing reassurance, and offering encouragement to ensure they are mentally and emotionally ready for the new academic year.

These efforts are part of the “Learn with Health” campaign run by Jazan Health Cluster, under the Health Holding Company, aimed at promoting health awareness, supporting student well-being, and preparing them for a positive and healthy start to the school year.