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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My tips to encourage you to have your DC take the bus;

Walk up with them but not too early(I realize this will take some time to work out and finesse), ideally no more than 10 minutes before the bus is to arrive.

Offer a genuine smile with eye contact once you arrive. Focus on talking to and chatting with your own DC. Say hello to the other neighbors. Be upbeat with a nice expression.

I always say something like, “Hi - I’m Larla,
Alex and Mallory’s Mom.”

First day is huge with both parents showing up taking photos. Great way to meet briefly and share in the excitement.

Repeat at pick up - be just a few minutes early. Re introduce yourself and say hi to the next few parents who walk up.

Remember what you have in common: children, the school and the neighborhood.

Once the bus arrives in the a.m., you can leave. Don’t feel like you have to linger and chat. Same with afternoon. Get your kids and go.

Also, driving DC is such a PITA and particularly harrowing to navigate school drop off and Kiss and Ride lines. Don’t get into this habit or expectation.

Also consider allowing your DC to walk to and from the bus stop (part way, even) without you. Personal decision here but older ES kids don’t need chaperoning to and from the bus stop.

Don’t bring your dog.

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Why not bring dog? Dog is a great ice breaker [/quote]

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