It is hard to believe that school will be starting before too long! Families are making plans to get that last vacation runaway in before school schedules once again put life back into a more structured routine. Back-to-School sales promote the need for new pencils, notebooks, and shoes. While notebooks are important, we at the library feel that a positive school experience begins in the home. Helping our children prepare physically and emotionally for the demands and expectations of school will help start the new year off on the right foot.

With that in mind, the Meyersdale Public Library has partnered with KidsHealth in distributing a helpful pamphlet for parents that addresses issues such as first-day jitters, nutrition, digital concerns, infectious diseases, and how to volunteer at your child's school. Please stop by the library to get your free copy of "Fresh New School Year." As always, the library is her to support your family in its education endeavors. Please let us know how we can help you get the information you and your children need to ensure a happy, rewarding school experienc