From Sunscreen to School Bells Your family’s back-to-school game plan BY LINDSAY CUOMO
Your ultimate back-to-school prep list School Supplies & Shopping Whether you’re in need or looking to pay it forward, find school supply drives happening near you. Round up sweet deals on your kids’ wardrobes. Our handy list of consignment shops and sales is a great way to save money. Bonus: Oklahoma’s Tax-Free weekend is Aug. 1-3! Health & Wellness Get your child(ren) first day ready with a simple-to-use health checklist. Ease first-day jitters with advice from local moms and mental health tips from NAMI Oklahoma, our local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, to support your whole family. Shake up lunchtime duties with easy, healthy recipes. Routines & Readiness Bookmark your school’s calendar for easy reference throughout the school year. Find several metro school district calendars in one, easy-to-find location. Make the most of the final days of summer with our round-up of fun events happening around the metro. Discover fun ways to keep kids engaged and entertained with our Kids Programs Guide, featuring exciting after-school activities happening near you. B reeze through back-to-school the easy way with MetroFamily’s go-to guide, packed with helpful resources all in one spot! As OKC metro families shift from laid-back summer days to the busy school routine, we’ve rounded up everything you need to wrap up summer on a high note and kick off the new school year with confidence.
With MetroFamily’s Back-to-School Guide, you’ll breeze through prep — covering supplies, schedules, health, community and fun — so your family can jump into the school year feeling ready and relaxed.
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