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5 min
Back to School Bash
A snack cart send-off to welcome your staff back and kick off the year right.
Alissa Christensen
Surprise your staff, right in the middle of the craziness of back to school season.
Why try it
Your staff is gearing up for another school year, setting up classrooms, reconnecting with colleagues, getting ready for their students. Rolling a cart through the hallways during the first week back is an easy way to build morale, create positive energy, and remind staff they’re supported from day one.
What's included
Browse the printables included with this resource.
Things you'll need
Snacks (granola bars, apples, trail mix, etc.)
Bottles of water or drinks
Optional: pens, mini notepads, hand sanitizer, etc.
Printed sign
Instructions
1
Prep ahead
Gather all items 1–2 days before and store in a bin or box so nothing gets forgotten morning-of.
2
Load up
Load the cart the morning of, grouping snacks together and supplies together so staff can easily see what's available. Print and display the sign at the front of the cart.
3
Map your route
Plan a route that covers the whole building — don't forget the front office, custodial staff, kitchen, and any staff who don't have a traditional classroom.
4
Check in
Don't just drop and dash! Say hello, ask how they're doing and how setup is going, and take a moment to connect before moving on to the next room.
Activity variations
Adapt to fit your school's vibe, budget, and setting.
Add a "new year intention" sticky note station
Leave a prompt like "One word for my year..." and a place to post responses.
Include a small note from admin
Tuck them into each item bag for a personal touch
Make it stationary
No cart? A table in the staff lounge or lobby works just as well.
Go deeper
Additional tips for running this resource.
Leader Tip #1
Seek donations
Reach out to the PTO, local businesses, or community members for support or sponsorship to keep costs low.
Leader Tip #2
Delegate tasks
Form a committee or rotate responsibilities among staff to manage the cart each month so it doesn't fall on one person.
Leader Tip #3
Gather feedback
Ask for staff input to refine future carts and make sure the treats are actually hitting the mark.
Built by Educators, for School Leaders
This resource was created in collaboration with passionate educators and school leaders who believe in the power of intentional connection.
Alissa Christensen
Head of Customer Success
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