Sleep is important

According to a national sample, 57.8% of middle school students and 72.7% of high school students are not getting enough sleep on school nights. Quality sleep is associated with brain development and executive function skills such as working memory, attention, and emotional regulation. Getting enough sleep positively impacts learning, creativity, and decision-making. Without enough sleep, the ability to focus and maintain attention decreases which makes staying on task in school and completing homework significantly more difficult. Students today are busier than ever, but an overpacked schedule shouldn’t become an excuse for late nights. 

Is your child meeting these sleep benchmarks? 

• 9 to 12 hours for ages 6 to 12 years 
• 8 to 10 hours of sleep for ages 13 to 17 years
• 7 to 9 hours of sleep for ages 18-25

In today’s blog post Sleep is Important, you’ll learn a host of practical tips and strategies to help your child get more sleep, including: 

• Pacing homework
• The importance of winding down before bed
• Managing devices
• Reducing anxiety

With more sleep, you’ll find a more engaged child with a spring in their step and the capacity to do their very best.