Every summer, I send out two short, simple emails to my class from the previous year.
They aren't fancy. They aren't long. But they always get replies like:
🧡 “Thank you — that meant a lot.”
📬 “He smiled so big when he saw your name pop up!”
📚 “She will stop by for that hug the first day back!"
✉️ Mid-Summer Check-In (which is now for NJ Teachers):
Hello, Former FABO FIRSTIE!
I hope you’re having an amazing summer! I’ve been thinking about our class and all the wonderful memories we made together. Don’t forget to read a little each day (use your library card!), write a story now and then, and of course — play outside and have FUN! I miss you and I’m so proud of how much you grew this year. 💛 Never forget...YOU ROCK!
✉️ One Week Before School Check-in
Hello, Former FABO FIRSTIE!
Can you believe that in a few short days, you will be a SUPER SECOND GRADER! I'm so excited for you! I'm excited to see you again. Don't forget to stop by the first day for a hug, handshake or a high-five. 💛 You're going to ROCK Second Grade!
✨ WHY THIS WORKS:
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Parents love it. It feels personal, thoughtful, and intentional.
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Kids feel seen. That one message reminds them: “My teacher still cares.”
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It builds your reputation. You’re not just the teacher they had — you become the teacher they remember.
And best of all?
💡 It takes under 1 minute to send each one.
If you send a letter like this to your former students, I’d love to hear how it goes. It’s such a small thing that makes a big difference.
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