Back to School Time

Arizona Coffea Editorial Team

For the month of August, the Back to School Campaign prepares students, teachers, schools, and parents for the upcoming academic year.

It's time to pack up the backpacks and get ready for a new school year now that the days are getting shorter. New Year's preparation encompasses anything from school supplies and clothing to medical examinations and scheduling new friendships. In preparation for the new students, teachers work on their lesson plans and organize their classrooms.

Going back to school is exciting (especially for parents...LOL), but the cost might put a damper on the experience. Teacher supply initiatives, such as fill-the-bus celebrations, bag programs, and fundraisers, can help close the funding gap. Every year, groups around the country work together to ensure that the first day of school is a memorable one.

Friends, hobbies, and books are right around the corner, whether you're ready or not. Prepare to learn.

How to Observe

Check what you need to bring to your new school, take a tour, and learn your schedule. Help a new student get to know your school by showing them around. Have some fun before summer is over, too! What do you do to get ready for school? Use the hashtag #NationalBackToSchoolMonth when you post on social media.