Ah, summertime—the season when many of us in the military community are PCS-ing (permanent change of station) to our next duty station, just in time for school to start up again. The transition can be hectic, but don’t worry, Hefty® slider bags have got you covered for back-to-school organization. These handy bags can help you organize lunches, school supplies, and may even save you from meltdowns on school mornings.

School Supplies Storage

Pencil Cases: Use Hefty® slider bags to store pencils, pens, markers, and erasers. They’re clear, so your kids can easily see what’s inside and grab what they need without dumping everything out.

Art Supplies: Organize crayons, colored pencils, paintbrushes, and other art supplies. Label each bag to keep everything in its place and make cleanup easier.

Math Manipulatives: Keep math tools like counters, rulers, and protractors in separate slider bags. This helps kids find what they need quickly during homework time.

Extra Clothes: Pack a change of clothes in a slider bag for those unexpected spills or accidents.

School Outfit Organization Hack

One of my favorite mom hacks for busy mornings involves a jumbo-sized Hefty® slider bag. Here’s what you do: label each bag with the days of the week and pack your kids’ clothes ahead of time for each day. Your kids might even enjoy helping out! Keep the slider bags in a basket in their room so they can easily grab one each day. I can’t guarantee you’ll make it out of the house on time, but at least it’s one less thing to worry about.

Lunchtime Made Easy

Hefty® sliders are perfect for organizing school lunches. The stand-and-fill bottom makes loading the bag so much easier, reducing messes and making it simple for kids to help pack their lunches. The secure slide-to-close feature ensures that everything stays fresh and in place.

Ice Packs: Fill a quart-sized freezer slider bag with water and lay it flat for an easy ice pack.

Snack Time: Pre-pack snacks like pretzels, fruit slices, or veggies in slider bags. This makes packing lunches faster in the morning and ensures portion control.

Lunch Time: Use Hefty® slider bags for sandwiches to keep them fresh until lunchtime. The sturdy seal keeps air out and prevents leaks. Click here for some great lunch ideas!

Utensils and Napkins: Store reusable utensils and napkins in a slider bag. This keeps them clean and contained until lunchtime.

After School Activities

Whether you’re heading to the fields or the park, Hefty®’s seal shuts tight and stays closed, keeping what’s in the bag in the bag. This is especially useful for the on-the-go snacks and meals that keep the kids ready for their after school activities.

Sports Gear: Organize small sports equipment like mouthguards, hair ties, and sweatbands in slider bags. This makes it easy to find everything before practice.

Music Supplies: Keep sheet music, guitar picks, or small instrument parts in slider bags to prevent them from getting lost or damaged.

Art Projects: Store ongoing art projects or craft materials in slider bags to keep everything together and prevent messes.

Hefty® slider bags are a simple yet effective solution for back-to-school organization, especially for military families adjusting to new duty stations. From keeping school supplies in order to ensuring lunches stay fresh, these versatile bags can help streamline your routines and make the transition smoother. Keep your family organized and enjoy a more stress-free school year with Hefty® slider bags! Grab them today at your local Commissary and experience the convenience for yourself.