Back-to-school checklist for teachers 2026

The checklist

Classroom environment

• Arrange desks/tables for your teaching style
• Set up a projector-friendly area for timers and visuals
• Create a supplies station students can access independently
• Post your daily schedule and routines visually

Tech tools

• Bookmark a classroom timer — try KiwiBee's free timers
• Set up a random student picker with your class list
• Test your noise meter with the classroom microphone
• Create a seating chart using a seat shuffler

Routines

• Plan your first-day warm-up activity
• Decide on your transition signal (bell, chime, timer)
• Write your behavior expectations and practice plan
• Prepare your first week's exit ticket questions