It’s finally upon us. Well, some of us anyway (since when did school begin soooooo long before Labor Day?).

For some of us, it’s just around the corner, and for others, school has been in swing for a full week by now (Arizona schools yo!) Either way, it seems to sneak up so dang fast – and has most of us parents doing a happy/sad dance that is a combination of elation/devastation.  

Yay for structure, houses that stay clean, early bedtime, space to breathe. 

Boo for early rising, structure, making lunches, homework. It’s bittersweet really.

School is back in session.

Just a few quick reminders as you kiss those little faces goodbye and do the happy dance all the way back to the car.  This will be a great time to remind your kiddos (young and old!) a few little Do Good. Be Kind. lessons:

1. Be Kind to Yourself. You may be scared – starting a new grade with a whole new teacher and class can be scary. Remind yourself that you are brave. You are strong. You are smart. You can do it! Don’t forget to pack a healthy lunch so that you stay fueled through the day – eating healthy is one of the best ways to be kind to yourself!
2. Be Kind to Others. If you are feeling a bit anxious, chances are, others are too! Reach out to those that look lonely (it’ll make YOU feel better too!). Look for the ones who need a friend – offer a smile and a place to sit at lunch. Is there someone new to your school? Welcome them and show them around. YOU can be the one who makes someone’s day brighter! It’s also important to remember – a lot can happen over a summer. Some of your friends may have gone through some difficult things that you don’t even know about. Be kind, loving and welcoming. Be the safe place for others to be.
3. Be Kind to the World around you. Start your day by making your bed! Doing that one thing will change the course of your day and show that you take pride in your surroundings. Take a reusable water bottle to school and pack your lunch in a reusable lunch box that doesn’t require using consumable baggies and other trash items.  Doing these small things every day will eliminate trash that ends up on the playground, and ultimately in our landfills or oceans. Do your part to take care of the world around you!  

We are excited for the beginning of a whole new school year. It always feels a bit like the New Year in that it is a time for reflection, goal setting, and fresh starts. We are also excited to be joining so many schools this year to bring Do Good. Be Kind. to their school community – are we coming to YOUR school?  

We are quickly filling up our September weeks and only doing assemblies through mid-October. If you would like to bring us to your school, please reach out ASAP to get on our schedule.  Email schools@dogoodbekind.org and Adri will be right in contact with you!

Good Luck to all of you wonderful friends as you begin this new year. We are cheering for you! Get out there and show the world how you are on Team Do Good. Be Kind!

With love,

The Do Good. Be Kind. Team

PS: We have put together a collection of our most popular Back to School items so they are easy to find in our shop. Don’t forget to send your little dudes and dudettes off to their first day with this simple message!  And we have made this easy by giving you 10% off of this collection! xoxo