New Explorer Checklist

Welcome to Edmondson Elementary! This month-by-month checklist will help your family stay organized and feel ready for the start of school.

Start here: Some items are time-sensitive, so this checklist is organized by month to help parents know what to do now, what to watch for in July, and what to complete before the first day of school.

Do Now

Best for spring and early summer planning

Enroll Your Child

Complete school enrollment and review any kindergarten or new family registration information.

WCS Enrollment Info

Order School Supply Kits

School supply kits are available beginning April 1 and may be purchased until July 1, 2026. Kits are delivered directly to your child’s classroom before the first day of school.

Order Supply Kit

Review Grade-Level Supply Lists

If you prefer to shop on your own, review your child’s grade-level supply list.

View Supply Lists

Follow PTO Social Media

Follow PTO updates over the summer so you do not miss reminders, events, store openings, or first-day information.

Facebook Instagram

July

Watch for store openings and PTO membership updates

Shop Spirit Wear

The spirit wear summer store opens July 1 and is available for a limited time. Items are expected to be available for pick up at the Back to School Fair.

Visit Spirit Store

Look for School Store Items

Later in July, families may be able to purchase vintage merchandise, bows, socks, and other school items through the online school store.

Prepare for PTO Membership

PTO membership opens around the end of July. Create or update your Membership Toolkit account so your family information is ready.

August

Complete final back-to-school steps

Join the EES PTO

Join PTO, update your family profile, and make sure your contact information is current so you receive school and PTO updates.

Request a New Explorer Yard Sign

If your family did not receive a New Explorer Yard Sign at Kindergarten Sneak A Peek, don't worry! We would love to make sure your Explorer is recognized and celebrated.

Pickup Option:
Signs may be picked up directly from Edmondson Elementary Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Delivery Option:
If requested, PTO volunteers may be able to deliver a sign directly to your home.

Request Home Drop-Off

Print the First Day of School Sign

Print your child’s first day sign before school starts. Tag PTO so your family can be part of the first-day excitement.

Download First Day Sign

Review Transportation

Confirm your child’s bus route, car line plan, or dismissal routine before the first day of school.

Find Bus Route

Practice the First-Day Routine

Talk through arrival, lunch, dismissal, backpack routines, and what your child can expect on the first day.

Connect with Your Room Parent

Shortly after school begins, your Room Parent will serve as an important communication link between classroom families and the PTO.

Be sure to introduce yourself and watch for communications from your Room Parent regarding classroom activities, volunteer opportunities, teacher support needs, and ways to stay connected with other families in your child's grade level.

Helpful Tip:
Building connections with other families early in the school year can help you stay informed about school events, classroom celebrations, volunteer opportunities, and important grade-level reminders throughout the year.