Get Ready for Back-to-School

Setting families up for success

By Todos Juntos

As August arrives, families across Canby are preparing for one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year — the start of a new school year. New teachers, new classrooms, and new routines bring opportunities for children to learn, grow, and build confidence. While this season is filled with excitement, it can also feel overwhelming for many families. Between school supplies, changing schedules, and balancing work and family life, a little extra support can make all the difference.

At Todos Juntos, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and every family deserves access to the resources that help make that success possible. Our mission is to strengthen families by connecting them with community resources, educational opportunities, and supportive services that remove barriers and create brighter futures for children.

A successful school year begins long before the first day of class. Establishing healthy routines during August can help children transition more smoothly into the school year. Gradually moving bedtimes earlier, practicing morning routines, reading together each day, and talking about what to expect at school can reduce anxiety and build excitement. Even setting aside just 20 minutes each day to read together can strengthen literacy skills while creating meaningful family connections.

It’s also important to remember that learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom. Everyday experiences — cooking together, taking a walk, visiting the library, or asking children about their day — help build communication skills, curiosity, and confidence. Small, consistent moments of connection often have the greatest impact on a child’s long-term success.

If your family is facing challenges this school year, you are not alone. Todos Juntos’ Family Resource Navigators are
available to help connect families with local services including food assistance, housing resources, healthcare, early childhood programs, parenting support, and much more. Sometimes knowing where to start is the hardest part, and we’re here to help families navigate those resources with compassion and care.

August is also a wonderful time to reconnect with the community. Throughout the month, families can find local events, activities, and family-friendly opportunities by visiting the Todos Juntos Community Calendar. Participating in community events helps children build relationships, strengthens neighborhood connections, and reminds us that raising healthy, successful children is something we all do together.

As another school year begins, we encourage families to remember that progress matters more than perfection. Every child learns at their own pace, every family has unique challenges, and every small step forward is worth celebrating. By working together — families, schools, and community partners — we can create an environment.

To learn more about available resources, community events, and family support services, visit www. todos-juntos.net. Together, we are building stronger families, stronger schools, and a stronger Canby community — one child, one family, and one connection at a time.