August 1, 2023
The Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist for Students, Parents, and Teachers
Back to school season is here, and whether you're a student, a parent, or a teacher, you might be feeling excited, nervous, or overwhelmed by the preparations. Don’t worry, we have you covered with the ultimate back to school checklist to help you get ready for the new academic year with ease and confidence.
For Students:
As a student, you want to start the new school year on the right foot. Here are some things to do before and after the first day of school.
- Get your supplies: Make sure you have all the essential school supplies for your classes, such as notebooks, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, report covers, binders, etc.
- Organize your workspace: Whether you are studying at home or in the library, you need a clean and comfortable workspace that helps you focus and be productive. Use supplies like desk organizers, file holders, sticky notes, and labels to keep your workspace neat and tidy.
- Plan your schedule: Having a clear and realistic schedule will help you manage your time and tasks effectively. Use products like planners, calendars, and timers to plan your daily, weekly, and monthly goals and activities.
- Review your syllabus: Before the first day of school, review your syllabus for each class and note down the important dates, assignments, exams, etc. You can also use school supplies like dividers, page markers, and flags to mark the pages of your textbooks and notes.
- Make friends: The first day of school is a great opportunity to meet new people. Be friendly, respectful, and open-minded to everyone you encounter.
For Parents:
As a parent, you want to support your child’s learning and well-being. Here are some things you can do for a successful school year.
- Shop smart: There’s no need to stress about school supplies; our Best-in-Class Kits have everything you need in one convenient package. Plus, they come with free delivery and labels with your child's name printed on them! Learn more about them here.
- Communicate with teachers: Stay in touch with your child’s teachers and keep track of their progress and challenges.
- Create a routine: Establish a consistent and healthy routine for your child that includes waking up early, meal times, doing homework, reading books, playing games, and so on.
- Encourage learning: Help your child develop a love for learning by providing them with opportunities to explore their interests and passions. You can use books, magazines, puzzles, and crafts to stimulate their curiosity and creativity.
- Celebrate achievements: Recognize and reward your child’s efforts and achievements in school and at home.
For Teachers:
As a teacher, you want to create a positive and engaging learning environment for your students. Read on for some tips on how to accomplish this.
- Prepare your classroom: Make your classroom inviting and inspiring for your students by decorating it with posters, banners, bulletin boards, etc. You can also use labels, bins, and baskets to organize your classroom materials and resources.
- Get to know your students: Learn about your students’ backgrounds, interests, strengths, and weaknesses by conducting surveys, interviews, and icebreakers. You can also use supplies like name tags, badges, and portfolios to personalize your interactions with them.
- Establish rules and expectations: Set clear and reasonable rules and expectations for your students’ behavior and performance in the classroom. Posters, verbal reminders, and rubrics are some ways to communicate this with your students.
- Build relationships: Foster a sense of community and collaboration among your students by creating opportunities for them to work together and support each other. You can try group projects, games, peer feedback, etc. to build relationships among your students.
We hope this checklist helps you get ready for the new school year with ease and confidence. Remember, we have all the school supplies you need on our website and in our stores. Happy back to school!
