Back-to-School Resources for Teachers, Parents and Schools

teacher welcoming students to class

The calendar fills up fast once the school year starts. Classroom volunteers, teacher wish lists, parent-teacher conferences, fall fundraisers and school fees can all hit at once.

This hub brings together back-to-school resources organized by who's doing the planning.

Pick your role and get started.


For Teachers

Starting a new school year means classroom setup, supply needs and parent communication, often before the first bell rings. A teacher wish list sign up lets parents claim specific supply items so the classroom gets what it needs without duplicates. Sign ups also work well for classroom volunteer slots and parent-teacher conference scheduling, all without the back-and-forth email.

Teacher Wish List Sign Up

Build a classroom wish list so parents can claim exactly what your classroom needs, with no duplicate donations and real-time updates as items are claimed.

Build a teacher wish list

Classroom Volunteer Sign Up Ideas

Recruit parent volunteers for classroom help, field trips and special events with specific roles, defined time slots and automatic reminders.

See volunteer sign up ideas

More resources for teachers:

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