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Have a Great School Year Card Messages: What to Write in a Back to School Card

The first day of school is a major milestone in the life of any young person; one he/she is bound to regard with a curious mixture of feelings that could include anxiety, excitement, insecurity, hopefulness, and—of course—fervent hopes that both the homework loads and the cafeteria food will be manageable and enjoyable this year!

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Along with new school supplies and an ultra-hip fresh wardrobe, the young student is bound to need a strong dose of love, encouragement and reassurance to fuel the start of a fun and successful school year. With this in mind, concerned parents, grandparents, and friends may want to get “schooled” in the art of writing the perfect messages to include in a Have a Great School Year Card.

This personal, thoughtful card is sure to be a welcome pick me up to any student facing their first day of school. Whether the card is presented to them before they board the school bus, or if it is slipped subtly into their lunch box, back pack or binder, it is sure to bring a smile to the face of the most anxious young student; especially if graced with an articulate, emotional message that comes from the heart of their biggest fan.

Back to School Card Message Examples for the younger student:

  • “Be cool at school. Learn. Laugh. And have fun!”
  • “Live. Love. Learn. Have an amazing school year.”
  • “Who can score As on every test and run mad laps in gym class? It’s Super Student! Have a super year!”
  • “It’s time to learn the ABCs of you! You are amazing. You are brilliant. You are caring. You’ll ace school! Have a great year.”

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Inspirational Have a Great School Year Card Message:

  • “Here’s to a great school year. With every lesson learned, idea shared, and friend made, your life will grow all the richer—with every day spent in the classroom, your knowledge grows and your horizons expand. You don’t just go to school, you experience it; with every lesson learned becoming a part of you.”
  • “May every teacher become a mentor, may every classmate become a friend, may every lesson teach and enrich you. Here’s to the best school year ever.”
  • “It’s the first day of school, and you’ve already earned four A’s. You’re amazing, awesome, astonishing and astounding!”

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Have a Great School Year Card Message for an older student, about to graduate high school, college, etc.:

  • “You’ve almost done it, you’re nearly there. I’ve cheered you on from the sidelines, every step of the way. And I’ll be waiting for you at the finish line.”

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Reassuring Back to School Card Message:

  • “Book bag? Check. Lunch box? Check. Class schedule? Check. My love and support? Double check. Thinking of you on the first day of school.”
  • “I’m coming along with you on your first day of school. Oh, you may not see me. I may not be sitting beside you on the school bus, in the classroom, or in the cafeteria—those spots will be filled by all the wonderful friends you make in class. I’ll be the one in your heart and your mind—just as you are always in mine.”

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Humorous Have a Great School Year Card Message:

  • “You may be dreading the first day of school—but just think of all the lessons you’ll learn, the friends you’ll make, the knowledge you’ll gain…and if all that fails, just think of the totally cool treat you’ll get at the end of the day. You know, whatever works!” (This greeting might work best in a card that includes a toy, treat or fast food gift card)
  • “You’re in a class all by yourself—unless, of course, you’re at school. Then you’re in a class with a bunch of other kids and a teacher that’s always telling you what to do. Here’s to a great school year anyway!”
  • “Just think of this school year as a crash course for life. You will learn things that you’re bound to take with you the rest of your life. You will learn things that will enrich your mind and expand your horizons. You will learn things that could potentially make you a whole lot of money! There; I knew I’d say something to get your attention. Have a great school year!”

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