Heading back to school? The first day of school can be filled with so many emotions, some of your students are elated to be on campus again, others are fearful to be in a new environment. Make your student's first day back at school is a memorable one with a fun student gift that they can use on the very first day. Set these goodies out on their desks as a special surprise on the first day of school.
Welcome students back to your class with fun, vibrant bulletin boards that greet them when they arrive. A simple and easy bulletin board can be created with a vinyl welcome back sign, you can personalize it with any message you would like. Add a few colorful elements like a fun rainbow border and colorful tissue garland.
To start the year off on the right foot leave a special surprise on your student's desks to welcome them to your room. I love giving gifts my students can use right away. One of my favorites is a work folder they can use to keep their papers nice and neat inside their desks. These color your own growth mindset folders are a perfect way to encourage your students throughout the year. They also give them something to do at their desk while you are welcoming new students at your door. They can use colored pencils to color and personalize their folders.
On the first day of school I always have a few students who forget their supplies or their snack. So giving them a colorful treat bag filled with some fun neon crayons, a bracelet and a sweet snack is always a big hit.
Be sure to add a fun personalized note to welcome your student to class. I use a colorful bookmark to tie the bag closed and write the student's name on the back. They can use the bookmark throughout the year to keep their place in their favorite stories.
One more practical gift sits on their chair as they arrive. I love a good durable bag. My students have to transport supplies and their chromebooks throughout the year around campus so a sturdy bag is a must have. These colorful laminated reusable bags are the perfect fit! They can easily hold a chromebook as they tote it around campus. I attach a cute tag with curling ribbon and write the students name on the back. These bags can fit easily in their desk or hang on a hook around the classroom when not in use.
These back to school student gift ideas will be something your students will enjoy as they use throughout the year, and will help get your school year off to a great start. Welcome to the first day of school!
