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Love Simonian’s back-to-school tips

Kudos to Jill Simonian on her 10 back-to-school tips in The Bee, July 23. I am especially impressed with No. 2 “Say ‘No’ ” and No. 3 “Check your wardrobe.”

A lesson in teaching kids the meaning of “no” is a life lesson in obeying adults – especially teachers, employers and the basic rule of law. As far as school wardrobe, the dress code must be obeyed and is a life lesson in respecting authority and the rules.

I have to cite No. 7 “Don’t be late” as another life lesson. Being on time to class, work and engagements is important as well as respectful of others.

Nancy Kilgore, Clovis

This story was originally published July 27, 2016 at 11:38 AM with the headline "Love Simonian’s back-to-school tips."

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