Back to School: Creating the Perfect First Day of School Tradition!

With the back-to-school season fast approaching (can you believe it?!), it’s the perfect time to think about establishing a First Day of School tradition for your child. Whether you’ve already got one in place or are considering starting, now is the ideal moment to dive in! Creating a First Day of School tradition is a wonderful way to celebrate your child’s growth and accomplishments. Create this meaningful tradition today by starting a 'School Memories' Trunk, personalized to with your child's name + graduation year! It's a priceless gift that will give your child a lifetime of cherished memories.

Here at Petite Keep, some of our children's most treasured keepsakes include their first handprint artwork, first A+ or report card, major school projects, and even those varsity letters (and dare we say, their college acceptance letter!). Each of these items marks a significant milestone in your child’s life. By the time they graduate high school, they’ll have a Trunk full of school memories that beautifully capture their journey through childhood. And what better way to celebrate their accomplishments than to showcase these memories at their graduation party?

Friend of PK, Jada Leigh captured the most precious photos of her children, Eleigh Kay and Clarke Michael, using their School Memories Trunks to commemorate their first day of school. Adding a graduation year to each Trunk was a thoughtful touch, further personalizing these keepsakes. Jada included their first pieces of handwriting, an 'all about me' book, and some of their artwork—each perfectly describing Eleigh and Clarke!

We’d love to hear about your family’s back-to-school traditions! Do you have any special rituals that make the first day of school memorable? Whether it’s a unique photo tradition, a special breakfast, or a fun activity to celebrate the new school year, we want to know! Shop the School Memories Trunk, and start collecting mementos! 

Share your stories with us on Instagram by tagging @petitekeep. We can’t wait to see how your family kicks off the school year!