Bring school structures home. With the increased number of states announcing no return to school this year, many parents are facing the reality that they will be at home with their students until at least the fall. With this being the “new normal” for now, it is more important than ever that we build systems that support our students learning and wellbeing, as well as our ability to continue working and maintaining our sanity.

As the initial excitement that some felt about working from home wears off and some of the complications of working from home set in, it is more important than ever to invest in how to make it productive and sustainable. Here are some strategies that work well for many professionals.

Structure and consistency. Life for all of us just took a dramatic shift – a shift that most of us weren’t expecting and didn’t have time to prepare for. In this time of chaos and uncertainty, we need intentional routines. Here are some strategies that work well for many people:.