School swag is in full swing as we officially enter the back-to-school season.
As summer ends, we help schools, universities, and educational programs get ready for the new school year. As students, teachers, alums, and parents prepare for what’s to come, it’s a great time to build excitement. Unique school swag can help boost school spirit!
As you welcome students and staff back to campus, quality branded merchandise can help create a sense of community. Educational promotional products can be used for:
- Orientation programs for new students and staff
- School assemblies, pep rallies, and picnics
- Classrooms, libraries, and study centers
- School stores
- Sporting events
- School or team fundraisers and booster clubs
- Teacher or student recognition
- Clubs and extracurricular activities
- Field trips and school outings
- Parent-teacher conferences and meetings
- Ceremonies and awards banquets
- Community outreach programs
- And more!
Look at some of the best school swag ideas to consider for the upcoming school year.
1. Customizable Planners
Nothing says “ready to learn” like a planner customized with your school’s logo. These notebooks are useful for teaching organization and time management. They also help teachers and parents communicate, especially in younger grades. Consider eco-friendly options for school promotional items to align with your school’s sustainability goals.
2. Branded Water Bottles & Tumblers
Students and teachers alike love a good branded water bottle or insulated tumbler. These reusable bottles offer an alternative to vending machines, providing a healthier and more sustainable option. Opt for durable, BPA-free bottles and tumblers that can withstand the hustle and bustle of a busy school day. Add the school mascot or motto to help your school community show off their school spirit promotional products.
3. Stylish Backpacks & Tote Bags
Backpacks and tote bags are practical school spirit swag items that serve as walking advertisements for your school. Provide various styles and sizes for different age groups and needs. This includes options for carrying laptops, books, sports gear, and more.
High-quality materials last a long time. This helps students and teachers use them often as they travel to school, sports events, and other activities.
4. Tech Accessories
In today’s digital age, tech is a key part of education as you prepare students for the future. Branded USB drives, wireless chargers, and phone accessories make excellent school promotional items.
And don’t forget headphones, webcam covers, mouse pads, and more to showcase your school pride. These products are helpful in and out of the classroom. They also keep your school’s name visible as students and teachers go about their day.
5. Spirit Wear and Apparel
T-shirts, hoodies, and hats with the school logo are classic school swag items that everyone loves. Students, teachers, parents, grandparents, and alumni will wear them for years.
You can give these away during school events, sell them in the school store, or use them as rewards for student achievements. By offering different sizes and colors, everyone can show their school pride. This helps represent the school well in the community.
6. Custom Pens and Pencils
Simple yet effective, custom pens and pencils are a staple in any educational setting and inexpensive promotional items.
You can easily hand them out during orientation, give them to the front desk, or include them in welcome packets for new students and teachers. Consider eco-friendly materials to support green initiatives.
7. Lanyards and ID Holders
With security being a top priority in schools across the United States, lanyards and school ID holders are essential. Customize them with the school colors to create a fun look at school and sponsored activities. These are perfect to hand out during registration or on the first day of school.
8. Eco-Friendly Lunch Boxes
Encourage healthy eating and sustainability with eco-friendly lunch boxes. These can be a hit among students and parents alike. Look for options made from recycled materials and offer them in fun, vibrant colors.
9. Awards & Trophies
Honor your amazing school community with some special trophies, plaques, and medals. Special awards can inspire everyone to aim for excellence.
You can recognize a student’s academic or extracurricular achievements. You can also honor a teacher’s dedication to their students. Additionally, you can appreciate a volunteer’s valuable contributions to the school.
10. Personalized Hand Sanitizers
Recent years have shown us just how important health and wellness is. Offering hand sanitizers and wipes with your school’s logo promotes hygiene and reduces the spread of germs. Choose options with pleasant scents and convenient travel sizes that fit in backpacks, lockers, and tote bags.
11. Branded Sports Equipment
For schools with active sports programs, branded sports equipment can help boost team spirit. Items like balls, gym bags, cooling towels, and other gear are great choices. You can use these items for student-athletes or sell them at events to support the athletic programs.
12. Educational Games and Puzzles
Make learning fun with educational games and puzzles branded with the school’s logo. Teachers can use these in classrooms or give them away as prizes during school events. They are great for boosting thinking skills, sparking creativity, and improving focus. They also help build a sense of school community.
Show Your School Spirit with Strategies
If you’re looking to welcome students, faculty, and staff back to campus with high-quality school promotional products, we’re here to help. Check out our variety of school promotional products. We can help you create the perfect swag for the new school year!
“The excitement and smiles we see from students, the school communities, and all of our school clients are very rewarding. Oftentimes, we are delivering items with designs that the students created for their team or their student activity group. They are very proud of these teams and the school community they represent, and it’s pretty awesome to be a part of that. The school setting is not without its challenges of quick turnarounds and deadline-driven events, but we succeed in delivering on time far more often than not. Along the way, we are able to educate our contacts about the promotional products industry, including the importance of planning ahead and being prepared.”
— Jay Zelinski, Product Solutions Specialist at Strategies
Are you ready to get your school swag in place? Let’s connect to make sure you’re ready to go before classes resume this fall!
