Back-to-School Checklist for Parents: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Smooth Start

School is almost here! Use our checklist for parents to stay on track and organized. A step-by-step guide helps you remember back-to-school essentials like colored pencils, baby girl bodysuits, and lunch bags. Ease more comfortably into your routine and make going back to school more fun for your family. 

Step One: Create Your Back-to-School Schedule  

Are your children attending a brand-new school or daycare? Even extracurricular activities can change your fall schedule. You can design an effortless back-to-school plan with a color-coded, shareable family calendar. Track changes to your schedule, like important school events and sports. Add important holidays, days off or time for homework. 

A colorful, visual back-to-school schedule makes events more fun. Post a weekly or monthly agenda on the wall or refrigerator. You can even share a digital calendar. Assign each family member to a different color. Sharing the schedule helps everyone understand activities and adjust to a new routine. With this simple organizational tool, you’ll create hope and positivity for the new school year. 

Step Two: Shop for Back-to-School Essentials 

Once you get your school supply list from your daycare or teacher’s classroom, it’s time to start shopping. Check for office items and craft supplies you have at home, like kids’ scissors or folders. When you’re sure of what you need, head to the store. 

Back-to-school sales and tax-free deals are a savvy parent’s best friend, helping you save money on everything from backpacks to baby boy rompers. After grabbing the crayons and glue sticks, double-check for essential health items such as tissues or hand sanitizer. If you’re a few weeks away from the first day of school, shop for back-to-school shoes and kids’ clothing. 

Channel your child’s inner fashionista with stylish, mix-and-match pieces. Baby girl rompers and bodysuits are comfortable for all-day wear and pair well with fashionable cardigan sweaters or pull-on jersey joggers. Girls’ dresses and outfit sets made with soft materials like bamboo viscose will feel as delightful to your child as they look to parents and teachers. 

Step Three: Meet the Teacher 

As the big day approaches, it’s time to meet the teacher! Find out when your child can visit their new classroom. These visits help your little one envision their school experience. Asking questions and addressing a teacher’s expectations for the school year can ease your kiddo’s anxiety and build their confidence. Meet the Teacher events are a great way to meet classmates. You may discover they’re in a class with a longtime friend or have plenty of new friends to make. 

Step Four: Practice Your New Routine 

When the first day of school is approaching, it’s time to practice your back-to-school routine. Have your kids wake up and sleep at the same time as during the school week. A new pair of toddler or kids’ pajamas can make a new bedtime routine more fun. Get ready in the morning like you do on school days. Practice picking out clothes, making breakfast, and grabbing backpacks before you head out the door. Have lunch around the same time as your school schedule, adjusting rest periods or nap times. 

Drive to the school to show your child where they will go in the morning. Practice picking them up and dropping them off in the car line. Let them know which door they will enter when arriving at their school building. Answer any questions they may have about a new routine, like riding the bus or biking to school. If another family member will transport your children, ask them to ride with you. 

Step Five: Talk About School as a Family 

A new school year feels exciting. However, it can also be challenging for children who don’t know what to expect on the first day of school. A family meeting can help answer lingering questions. 

Answer their questions and encourage a positive, can-do attitude. Talk about the fun and inspiring aspects of returning to school, like seeing friends or learning a new subject. Remind older children that going to school helps them learn and grow. Take this time to recall your new routine in case your kids have forgotten. It’s an excellent time to take another look at the family calendar. 

Step Six: Relax and Recharge 

After all that planning and organizing, it’s time to relax and recharge! Have end-of-summer playdates or meetups with friends. Schedule last-minute activities so the weekend before school can be full of relaxation. 

Let your kids engage in restful activities like painting or reading. If your child needs to catch up on sleep, encourage those last-minute naps. The night before school begins, have your kids engage in quiet activities. Avoid screen time right before bed to promote better rest.  

Step Seven: Get Ready for the First Day of School 

The big day is here! Wake up early according to schedule, so you won’t need to rush through the morning. Make a delicious and nourishing breakfast to start the day with energy. Help your kids dress in soft, stylish outfits to promote self-confidence and positivity. We love bamboo basics like leggings and zip hoodies in chic neutrals and seasonal colors to transform easy, breezy kids’ clothes into fun outfits. Ensure everyone has their school supplies, including backpacks and desk essentials. 

Celebrate a New School Year with Your Family 

After the first day of school, it’s time to celebrate! Congratulate your kids on a job well done. Tell them how proud you are that they had a wonderful first day with their classmates and teacher. Some families have a special treat or go on a short family outing. Others plan for a fun weekend together. Read a new back-to-school book together or have a special family dinner. However you choose to commemorate your new year, you’ll create lasting memories together.

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