4 Ways to Give Back to Your Child’s School

August 11, 2025

If your kids aren’t back in school yet, they will be soon, so it’s a great time to start thinking about how you can get involved this year. From donating supplies to joining the PTA, here are four ways that Family Education recommends giving back to your child’s school.  

Donate School Supplies

Teachers often stretch limited budgets to stock their classroom, and essentials like paper are always in high demand. Donating school supplies is an easy way to make a difference, and Boise Paper has a variety of paper options to fit every classroom’s needs. From Boise X-9 Multi-Use Copy Paper, the perfect everyday copy paper for activities, homework and tests, to Boise POLARIS Premium Paper, a premium options for vibrant classroom projects, your donation can go a long way. When back-to-school shopping, consider picking up a few reams, your child’s teacher will thank you!

Organize a Field Trip

Do you know a local business or work somewhere that could make for an exciting educational trip? Whether it’s your own workplace or a connection you have, consider organizing a field trip for your child’s class. Experiences outside of the classroom are a great way to bring learning to life.

Join the PTA

Whether your child’s school has a formal PTA (Parent Teacher Association) or a similar group, getting involved is one of the easiest ways to support the school community. By joining, you can stay in the loop on what’s happening, from upcoming events and fundraisers to school initiatives and classroom needs. It’s also a great way to get to know other parents and staff members.

Volunteer Your Time

Teachers and schools can sometimes use an extra set of hands, whether it’s helping with classroom activities, the lunchroom, after-school programs or even cleaning up around the school grounds. If you have the free time, volunteering is a great way to support your child’s teacher and get more involved in their day-to-day school life.

Even these simple ideas can go a long way in making a difference. For more on this back-to-school season, check out Boise Paper’s 2025 Back-to-School Forecast.

Sources:
https://www.familyeducation.com/school-learning/parental-involvement/top-10-ways-give-back-your-childs-school-0

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