Families across the Oklahoma City metro are transitioning from lax summer days to preparing for the return of the school routine. As you fill up your carts with supplies for yet another year, check out our handy resources, all in one convenient place! Whether you are in need of supplies, looking for ways to give back, wanting to sign up for a new after-school activity, shopping for teacher gifts, or just need some ways to make the most of your last school-free days, we’ve got it all for you.
Resources:
- Back-to-School Checklist for parents from Oklahoma State Department of Health
- A look at why a comprehensive eye exam should be on your back-to-school to-do list
- School supplies events in the OKC metro
- Tax-Free Weekend in Oklahoma
- Back to school on a budget: 11 money-saving tips
- School Calendars for Metro Districts
- Local kids programs perfect for after-school activities
- Readers recommend: teacher gift ideas
- Tips to manage the chaos of back-to-school from local moms
- A round-up of educational-focused articles
- Mental health tips for parents and caregivers, especially for the start of the school year
- A guide to local teacher discounts in the OKC Metro
- Consignment sales & shops in the OKC Metro
Lunchbox Hacks:
- 3 tips for packing your child’s lunch
- Healthy lunchbox recipes
- Immunity-boosting after-school snacks
- Eat healthy on a budget: 7 ways to cut costs on your grocery bill
- Guidance for packing a safe, healthy lunch
Things to Do:
- Countdown to the First Day of School: A round-up of the best family fun events happening in the metro
- 13 lesser-known venues for family fun in OKC
- Last Hurrah of Summer: 7 ways to celebrate the end of the season
- Iconic OKC summer experiences
- Top 10 reader picks: Best places for free (or nearly free!) fun
- 50 things to do this summer under $5
- STEM destinations Across Oklahoma
- 10 Oklahoma trips on a tankful
For even more ideas for things to do with your family in OKC, check out our searchable calendar and seasonal guides packed with family fun all year long. Or sign up for our Weekend Picks email to have great ideas delivered right to your inbox.
