Back to School

Have a successful school year with back to school tips for managing school calendars and smoothing out school day routines.

Back to Schoolology

School is now in session! But it’s never too late to smooth the transition from summer to fall. We're here to help with a crash course of quick advice on everything from smooth morning routines to getting your child to pack the lunch. Get started with Back to Schoolology!

Lesson 1: Routines 101

Take away the drama of chaotic mornings and homework struggles with everyday routines.

Lesson 2: Everyone on the Same Page

What's the best way to keep schedules straight? A family calendar the whole family can access and update.

Lesson 3: Coach the Kids

Help the kids make the change from lazy days of summer to the new structure of school.

Lesson 4: School Shopping Plan

Now that school has started, look for sales and savings. But always make a shopping plan and stick to it!

Lesson 5: Avoid the Food Fight

How can everyone win the food battles? Provide healthy choices then let the kids decide.

Lesson 6: How Cozi Can Help

This list is just the beginning of how Cozi can help the family get set for back to school.

School Morning Checklist

Let this checklist do the redundant work of reminding the kids (every single morning!) of what needs to be done before you head out the door. Read more »

Back to School Celebration

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Cut the Chaos: School Volunteering

Are you queen bee or worker bee?

Back to School Books

Add school themes to your daily book reading routine to get your kids in the groove for school.

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Back to School Lists

Create personalized lists to help organize the new school year! Check out these lists and add as many items to your own Cozi lists as you need.

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