When your children go back to classes, they usually get a list of supplies from their teachers so that they know what to expect for the coming school year. This makes the job of parents easier when shopping and allows them to know exactly what supplies they need to purchase. One item that is an obvious choice for the list is a book bag to help students carry their many textbooks to and from class. Because this is one supply that every student needs, many coaches and club directors choose to purchase custom backpacks as a welcome back to class gift prior to the start of the year.

The following are four of the many advantages to giving these as gifts to ensure that students are ready for school again.

• Reengage students.

Before students come back, they typically try to hold on to their summer for as long as possible. However, with a simple gift, such as this, it can remind them of the fun part of the academic year and reengage them so that they are more mentally prepared to start classes when the first day rolls around. This will encourage them to become involved during the year and start training for their sport or club activity before the year even begins.

• Create awareness.

Every year there are new students who come in and may not be aware of all of the extracurricular activities that are available to them. With a team or club name imprinted on something fun, like a backpack, they can easily learn about it and also have more of an opportunity to get involved.

• Offer up some school pride.

While going out around town, many students bring their books with them or pack their gear into their book bags and use this to carry to other locations. When they have a bag that shows off their skill and team name, they have the ability to show off their pride as well. By putting this in their hands, teachers and coaches have the opportunity to instill a stronger sense of confidence in what they are doing both in the classroom and outside of the classroom.

• Give something that can be used in the off season.

Once a sport is finished, or a summer vacation has hit again, this bag can continue to be used in the off season to carry gear such as swimsuits, gym equipment and other important items. This is a great way to keep students involved even when they are not playing their sport or attending their club functions.

Students love having something that is unique to their sport or club that they can show off and be proud of what they have accomplished. This gift can do that for them.