TRA on 8 and 15 September millions of Italian students return to the school desks. A moment that marks not only the end of the holidays, but also the beginning of new routines and responsibilities. If for a few September it is synonymous with enthusiasm, for many others it means stress, tiredness and insecurity. The days that are shortened, the rising and the increase in school demands can in fact weigh on concentration and mood. To better face this transition period, the team of Letters He collaborated with the educator Nani Cone and the psychologist Sandra Palotwo professionals who shared practical strategies for students and families.
Routine and organization: the foundations for a peaceful return
According to the educator Nani Conde, the secret lies in the routine stability. Go to sleep and wake up a little earlier from the week before the lessons helps to adapt without trauma. Anticipate the timetable in small steps of 15-20 minutes at a time makes the passage more natural.
The psychologist Sandra Palo adds that Create a colorful and visually pleasant calendar It can transform the routine into a game, especially for the little ones. For her, in fact, “routines are not a prison, but a map that gives order and trust”.
Concentration and study space
The return to school does not mean only more rigid times, but also the need to recover attention and concentration. Sandra Palo explains that “concentration is like a muscle: if you do not train it, it relaxes; if you practice it, it is strengthened”.
To reactivate this ability, it recommends short and stimulating activities such as crossworders, puzzles or logical games. The study space also plays a fundamental role, which must be clean, orderly and without distractions: a real “temple of the study”.
Nani Conde proposes to integrate moments of reading, drawing or family board games. In addition, it recommends starting with short study blocks, from 10 to 20 minutes, interspersed with breaks, to facilitate adaptation in the first weeks.
Education and psychology experts explain how to manage anxiety, concentration and routine to deal with September with greater safety (Getty Images)
Manage anxiety and fears
The return to school is often accompanied by concerns and insecurities. To reduce anxiety, Conde suggests to families to underline the positive aspects that the year will bring, such as the opportunity to make new friends and acquire knowledge. Simple breathing techniques can help calm moments of tension.
Sandra Palo, on the other hand, compares the fears to a traffic light: sometimes they become red to invite us to stop and observe, but then Green return to allow us to leave. Normalize emotions by sharing personal experiences, even parents, can help children feel less alone and more understood.
A context that weighs on teenagers
The return to the routine takes place at a time when students are already under pressure. According to a report of theWorld Health Organization (WHO) of 2024, teenagers perceive increasing academic expectations, while they receive less support from families. A combination that contributes to increasing anxiety and emotional fragility.
As he points out Albert ClementeCEO of letters, September is a transition phase that requires attention: routine changes, school and social requests increase and, in addition, children must adapt to an increasingly digitized school world.
Trust and support: the role of tutors
One of the key aspects to face September without stress is to acquire self -confidence. Experts agree on the importance of enhancing the effort before the results, celebrating progress and not overloading students of homework in the first weeks.
According to the Report on the future of education 2025 by Gostudent, Made with letters, young Italians are among the few in Europe to organize their private lessons independently, without delegating to parents. This demonstrates the growing autonomy of children, but also the need for a professional supportale. As Clemente says, starting the school year with the support of a tutor or a teacher can reduce uncertainty and transform stress into motivation, offering students greater safety.