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Back-to-School Resources for Educators: Build Connection, Set the Tone, and Start Strong

Practical tools and activities to help you create community, foster belonging, and set the tone for a meaningful year.

Back to school resource hub for teachers, counselors, students, admin, and educators

Back-to-School Deals to Help You Start Strong

The first day sets the tone for everything that follows. Start with intention to build trust, connection, and belonging from day one. Explore ready-to-use resources, engaging activities, practical guides, and thoughtful blogs—all designed to help you create a strong, inclusive classroom from the start.

Our Back-to-School Deals make it easy to bring Wayfinder to your school—so you can plan with confidence, implement quickly, and start the year ready to support students from day one.

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Educator Resources for Back-to-School

Resources to Ground Your Team, Build Trust, and Strengthen School Culture

The start of the school year is a powerful time to build trust, deepen purpose, and shape school culture. This free resource pack helps educators and leaders feel grounded, connected, and supported from day one—with tools to:

  • Reduce stress and reconnect with purpose
  • Strengthen trust and belonging
  • Foster meaningful connections in PD, meetings, or small groups

When educators feel seen and supported, it shapes every classroom. Start strong—download the resource below.

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Our Favorite Activities to Rebuild Habits, Routines, and Classroom Readiness

After long breaks, executive functioning often takes a hit. That’s why we’ve gathered our favorite back-to-school activities to help students:

  • Re-establish routines
  • Boost self-regulation and focus
  • Improve classroom behavior
  • Strengthen executive functioning skills

Grab our favorite back-to-school activities designed to strengthen executive functioning, support positive behavior, and set your team up for their best year yet.

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Your Back-to-School Belonging Kit to Get Students Engaged, Connected, and Thriving

Start strong with the Back-to-School Belonging Kit—a practical guide to help you build classroom community from day one. Inside, you'll find:

  • A belonging checklist with first-week activities
  • A collaborative activity to co-create community agreements
  • A guide to support student well-being all year long

Download the Belonging Kit and kick off the year with connection and intention.

Back-to-School Blog Posts and Articles for Educators

4 Types of Activities That Help Build Belonging in the Classroom

4 Types of Activities That Help Build Belonging in the Classroom

Discover proven activity types that create a sense of community and belonging among students.

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5 Ways to Help Teachers Foster Positive Relationships with Students

5 Ways to Help Teachers Foster Positive Relationships with Students

Practical tips for developing strong, authentic relationships that support learning and growth. 

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3 Strategies to Foster a Growth Mindset in the Classroom

Quick tips and strategies to build connection, belonging, and a growth mindset from day one. 

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