Free Printable Back-to-School Checklist for Administrators

While students and families are enjoying summer vacation, school administrators and staff are hard at work getting everything ready for a new school year. There’s so much to remember: facilities and grounds maintenance, filing and organization, staffing and professional prep, and, of course, stocking up on supplies. That’s why we’ve partnered with Staples Business to bring you this Ultimate Back-to-School Readiness Checklist!

This free printable set of lists covers everything you need to prepare for a successful school year. Plus, you’ll find QR codes throughout that make it easy to streamline your school purchasing process with Staples Business—so that’s one item you can cross off your list right from the start!

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Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist for School Administrators

Grab your free printable checklists to stay on track as you prepare for another great school year ahead! Just enter your email info in the form on this page for immediate access.

Here’s what you’ll find in this free checklist:

Two pages from a back to school checklist for administrators — We Are Teachers

Safety, Security & Emergency Preparedness

From fire alarms and evacuation plans to security cameras and door access systems, this list will help make sure everything is safe and secure before the big day.

Classroom Readiness and Cafeteria & Food Services

Help teachers make sure their classrooms have everything they need to support learning throughout the year. Plus, get your cafeteria ready to provide healthy meals and snacks for students and staff.

Gym & Phys Ed and School Library & Media

Check out all the sporting equipment and gym facilities in advance, and prep your school library and media center for the year ahead.

Playground and Nurse’s Office

Slides, monkey bars, swings, and more all need to be checked and made safe for kids. Plus, prep your nurse’s office for the inevitable scrapes, headaches, and other medical needs.

Admin Offices and Staff Room

Restock office supplies, service the copiers, and update the filing systems. And don’t forget to prep the staff break room—especially the coffee station!

Transportation and Facilities

Prepare for arrival and dismissal times, including car lines and bus schedules. Plus, get your buildings clean, and lay in the cleaning supplies your facilities staff will need.

Technology and Professional Readiness

Prep the laptops, tablets, Chromebooks, AV equipment, and more, plus make sure your security safeguards are in place. Then, plan professional development and staff meetings, and establish communication channels for the year.

Family Communication and Readiness Timeline

Reach out to families to welcome them back and prepare them for the year ahead. Plus, get a complete timeline so you’ll remember what to do and when to do it!