It’s hard to believe that the first day of school is right around the corner! While some treat the excitement of back to school shopping like Christmas morning, others are probably dreading the idea of getting back into the classroom. But the back to school season doesn’t have to be entirely about the kids, it’s a chance for parents to have a little last minute fun too! Whether you’re the parent excited for the break from constant summer camps, the soccer mom organizing back to school tryouts, or the nervous empty nester, there is one sure fire way to make sure your child has the best school year yet: a back to school party! Here’s 5 reasons to have a back to school party:
It’s a great excuse to fire up the barbeque one last time
September may be great for the changing leaves and pumpkin spice lattes, but not so much for the outdoor barbecue. This may be the last chance you have to fire up the grill until next summer. The back to school party is a great opportunity to get some last minute grill time in, and treat the neighborhood to your famous burgers until next summer. If you’re not the professional chef, there are several catering companies who do home service parties so you can focus on the fun!
You can meet the other parents
It’s a new school year, and for many, that means new parents and teachers to meet. A back to school party isn’t just a great opportunity to make those quirky, school themed pinterest cookies, it’s a great way to meet the other parents. Invite the new family in town, and you could find yourself a new carpool or babysitter. Don’t be afraid to network, and make life easier for everyone during the hectic school year. Getting phone numbers for last minute sitters, and emergency rides may come in handy for the year to come.
It’s an opportunity for children to make friends, especially before school starts
Let’s not forget about the kids! Having a back to school party is a great way to get your kid reacquainted with their classmates after a long season of vacations and summer camp. This is especially helpful if your child is new to the town or the school. Give them the opportunity to make a couple friends before the daunting first day. A kid friendly DJ or party motivator could be just the thing to spark the playful spirit! Hiring an entertainer not only ensures that the kids have a good time, but it takes the pressure off of parents to perform for the entire party.
It’s a fun way to celebrate summer birthdays
It stinks to have a July birthday – no one is around the celebrate! Back to school parties are a great way to celebrate all the missed birthdays, giving just a little bit of validation when the kids head back to their one-year older grades. A back to school party can be easily transformed into a summer birthday party…with the addition of a birthday cake of course!
It creates good energy for the school year and a positive association with school
Most importantly, back to school parties celebrate actually going back to school. Some kids may be sick to their stomach to start elementary or middle school, and others may be overjoyed to leave the boredom of summer behind, but we want everyone to be excited about another year of learning and growth. A great back to school party creates a positive association with the new school year, and can be just the right motivation for heel-dragging kids. Make sure your child starts on the right foot!