As children settle back into regular (for the most part) school routines, parents can help keep their school communities safe by following a few simple guidelines. 1: Be aware. Read up on the school’s COVID-19 safety plans, and prep your children for what to expect. 2: Be charitable. Understand that everyone in school may not share the same views, and remind yourself and your children to be kind. 3: Be consistent. Help your children build healthy habits at school and at home. For more information, request a copy of the VIRTUS® article “Back-to-school during the pandemic,” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know. Click to Read: Back-to-school during the pandemic.