09/08/2026
Back-to-school season is a great time to give your kids a safety refresh as they head into a new routine. Our team put together a few simple tips that can make a real difference throughout the school day:
• Help your children memorize their full name, your phone number, and your home address. A small laminated safety card tucked in their backpack with this info and any medical details is a great backup.
• Reinforce good hand-washing habits and remind them not to share food or drinks. These small steps help keep classroom illnesses at bay.
• Keep backpacks light. They should be no more than 15% of your child’s body weight, and using both straps helps prevent strain.
• Talk with your child about bullying—what it looks like, how to report it, and which trusted adult at school they can go to if something feels wrong.
• Skip putting your child’s first name on the outside of backpacks or lunch boxes. Initials or inside labels are a safer option.
Keeping kids safe is a team effort, and a few proactive habits go a long way in protecting students across our community here in Heber City.
If you ever have questions about coverage or need support this school year, we’re always here to help at Valley Insurance.