--- title: Activities + Resources for Back-to-School | Wayfinder description: Support a strong start to the school year with back-to-school resources for educators focused on building relationships, classroom culture, and connection. image: https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/Student%20Resources%20for%20Back%20to%20School.png --- [![Wayfinder](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/wayfinder-theme/images/61e1f37cabd595ac1e57f07b_wayfinder-logo.png?width=200&name=61e1f37cabd595ac1e57f07b_wayfinder-logo.png "Wayfinder")](https://www.withwayfinder.com/) [Log In](https://app.withwayfinder.com/login) [![Schedule Demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/21904666/5f1e7040-47f1-4af2-9e4a-10c9e25464e6.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/21904666/5f1e7040-47f1-4af2-9e4a-10c9e25464e6) - Curriculum + Products - Our Offerings - Grade Levels - [District-Wide (PreK-12)](https://www.withwayfinder.com/products/district-wide-curriculum) - [Elementary School (PreK-5)](https://www.withwayfinder.com/products/elementary-school-curriculum) - 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[Get Wayfinder](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/wayfinder-back-to-school-deals?hsLang=en) ![Back to school resource hub for teachers, counselors, students, admin, and educators](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Collage%20templates%20(1080%20x%201080%20px).png?width=1080&height=1080&name=Collage%20templates%20(1080%20x%201080%20px).png) ![](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/images/63c1d54ca70da15741775916_New%20Hero%20Topo%20Texture%20LIGHT%202478x2030.jpg) ![](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/Back%20to%20School%20resources%20for%20educators%20to%20build%20connection%20background.png) ## 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. **Talk with our team and start Wayfinder this year!** [Save on Wayfinder with Deals](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/wayfinder-back-to-school-deals?hsLang=en) ![Save and explore Wayfinder's Back to School Deals](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BTS-Deals.png?width=450&height=563&name=BTS-Deals.png "Save and explore Wayfinder's Back to School Deals") ![Back to school resources reel of students](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Collage%20templates%20(3).png?width=120&height=562&name=Collage%20templates%20(3).png "Back to school resources reel of students") ## Back-to-School Resources for Students + Staff ![Best Educator Resources for Back to School gif mountains](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/Educator%20Resources%20for%20Back%20to%20School%20gif%20mountains.gif "Best Educator Resources for Back to School gif mountains") ![Wayfinder Purpose and Belonging on Tape. Best Back to School resources](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wayfinder%20Purpose%20and%20Belonging%20on%20Tape%20Back%20to%20School.png?width=300&height=105&name=Wayfinder%20Purpose%20and%20Belonging%20on%20Tape%20Back%20to%20School.png "Wayfinder Purpose and Belonging on Tape. Best Back to School resources") ## 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. **Talk with our team and start Wayfinder this year!** [Get Staff Resources](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/back-to-school-staff-resources?hsLang=en) ## 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](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/favorite-back-to-school-activities?hsLang=en)** designed to strengthen executive functioning, support positive behavior, and set your team up for their best year yet. 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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.** [Get Student Resources](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/back-to-school-belonging-resources?hsLang=en) ## Back-to-School Blog Posts and Articles for Educators ![4 Types of Activities That Help Build Belonging in the Classroom](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/7-1.png) ### 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. **[Get Activities](https://blog.withwayfinder.com/4-types-of-activities-that-help-build-belonging-in-the-classroom?hsLang=en)** ![5 Ways to Help Teachers Foster Positive Relationships with Students](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/Misc%20Images/Whats%20New%20at%20Wayfinder%20for%202024-25%20High%20Five.png) ### 5 Ways to Help Teachers Foster Positive Relationships with Students Practical tips for developing strong, authentic relationships that support learning and growth.  [**Read More**](https://blog.withwayfinder.com/building-bridges-5-ways-to-help-teachers-foster-positive-relationships-with-students?hsLang=en) ![Growth mindset activities for Back-to-School](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/Student%20+%20Teacher%20Photos/MMoving%20Through%20COVID-19%20and%20the%20Fourth%20Industrial%20Revolution.png) ### 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.  [**Read More**](https://blog.withwayfinder.com/3-strategies-to-foster-growth-mindset?hsLang=en)   ![Wayfinder's best back to school resources](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Collage%20templates%20(400%20x%20300%20px)%20(800%20x%20500%20px)%20(11).png?width=250&height=149&name=Collage%20templates%20(400%20x%20300%20px)%20(800%20x%20500%20px)%20(11).png "Wayfinder's best back to school resources") [![Wayfinder Mark](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/wayfinder-theme/images/61e1f52beb439c5d014b7ecd_wayfinder-footer.png?width=200&name=61e1f52beb439c5d014b7ecd_wayfinder-footer.png "Wayfinder Mark")](https://www.withwayfinder.com/) Wayfinder is a division of Lemnis [Log In](https://app.withwayfinder.com/login) [Schedule Demo](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/cs/c/?cta_guid=b901867d-bf22-4671-a44d-7d65fa036bac&signature=AAH58kG2slF8CBkZNCzzAj6JPThf96aOfQ&pageId=153467595697&placement_guid=5f1e7040-47f1-4af2-9e4a-10c9e25464e6&click=313de5bb-d4e1-4af6-9704-99dab9569bc0&hsutk=&canon=http%3A%2F%2F21904666.hs-sites.com%2F-temporary-slug-5b95e557-6e24-4794-b53c-4974d1a5a4ad&portal_id=21904666&redirect_url=APefjpHItIO9jWlRISzfrVAGEQhywJAnoZR4V1nd7EUTeIn5RvwygK5cJKTmg-gncUNXsoQjYwKU2gApYq_OUgI3DJHtu7oWiKDUqqH7cLR1AyRyQfdQchAR0Qlmobq9grz95zAIaMmv&hsLang=en) 500 SW 116th Ave, Suite 178, Beaverton, OR 97225, USA - 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