Back to School Resources

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Educator Resources

Every child benefits from having trusted adults who notice, listen and care. Parents Lead offers resources to help educators create supportive learning environments, recognize signs that a student may be struggling, encourage healthy coping skills and strengthen connections with families. You'll also find resources to support your own well-being, because when educators are supported, students are too.

The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding

Be Their Person

Building Strong Family Partnerships

Resources that encourage positive communication between home and school.

Classroom Activities

Quick, ready-to-use activities.

Parents and Caregiver Resources

The start of a new school year brings new routines, new opportunities and sometimes new challenges. Parents Lead offers resources to help you stay connected with your child, build healthy habits, support their emotional well-being and have meaningful conversations as they grow. Small, everyday moments can make a big difference.

Bullying Warning Signs

Learn warning signs and find actionable tips about starting a conversation with children about bullying.

See All Sides

Suicide Warning Signs

The youth mental health crisis is here, so this resource gives caregivers actionable advice on how to navigate a mental health crisis and get help when it’s needed.

Learn the Signs

Crisis Safety Plan

This worksheet helps you create a personalized safety plan to manage difficult moments.

Safety Plan

Helping Your Child Transition from Summer to School

Going back to school can be challenging for kids and parents. This handout offers simple tips to rebuild routines, support emotions and help your child feel confident and ready for the school year.

Ease the Transition

After School Conversation Starters

Simple questions you can ask after school to learn more about your child’s day and encourage them to share what’s on their mind.

Start the Conversation

Helping Your Child Open Up About Their School Day

Help children develop self-regulation skills with simple strategies to manage their emotions, behavior, and reactions in healthy ways.

Help them open up today