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Your Back-to-School Guide Is Here + Target Giveaway!

Preparing for the school year ahead

By Veronica Leon, Publisher Macaroni KID Scottsdale, Paradise Valley & Arcadia August 2, 2023

Hello, fellow parents! The start of a new academic year is upon us, and with it comes the excitement and anticipation of fresh beginnings. As we prepare to embark on another educational adventure, it's essentials to equip ourselves with the tools and tips necessary to make this year a resounding success. 

In this comprehensive back-to-school guide, I, Veronica Leon your friednly neighborhood publisher and mom, am thrilled to share a wealth of valuable insights and advice to help you navigate this academic journey with confidence. From preparing for the first day of school to managing time effectively and special offers, we've got you covered!

Enter our Target Gift Card Giveaway below!





School 2023-2024 Calendar

Great Hearts America

First day August 3, 2023

BASIS Calendar

First day August 2, 2023

Paradise Valley Unified School District

First day August 3, 2023

Scottsdale Unified School District

First day August 7, 2023

Cave Creek Unified School District

First day August 7, 2023



Back to school events

Slide the Rails 

Details: Slide the Rails at the park’s wet and wild summer event; August 5, 2023.

Back to School Glow Event

Details: Join the indoor fun for a neon night under black light and lasers. Get a Free Sky Zone Glow Shirt with your glow jump ticket; August 5, 2023

Back to School Bash

Details: Fun-filled event for the entire community with inflatable water slides, a dunk tank, inflatable games and more; August 18, 2023.

Beat the Heat

Details: Cool down with treats, snow fun, and music in the sun; August 26, 2023.

Know of a community back-to-school event we’re missing? Add it to our Macaroni KID Scottsdale calendar now!



Back to school haircuts

Looking for a great spot for a back-to-school haircut?

Sit Still Kids Salon Scottsdale

13802 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 115, Scottsdale, AZ 

Details: Receive 20% off of all hair styling products for back to school.

Sharkey's Scottsdale

13610 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale AZ

V’s Barbershop Promenade

16205 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 105, Scottsdale AZ

Arcadia Beauty Bar

4247 E Indian School Rd, Suite 103, Phoenix AZ

Know of a back-to-school haircut event or stylist special? Email Veronical@macaronikid.com with the details and we'll get it added!



Back to school shopping

There are the big box stores, of course, but you can also support locally owned businesses when doing your back-to-school shopping! Here are some of our favorite places for shopping for school supplies and clothes that are locally owned:

Once Upon a Child Scottsdale

13610 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 

Kid to Kid Tatum

13637 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ

Plato's Closet 

(various locations)

4631 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix AZ

Have a favorite locally owned spot for back-to-school shopping you don't see listed here? Email Veronical@macaronikid.com and we'll get it added!




Enter our Target Giveaway HERE!

* Giveaway is not sponsored by Macaroni Kid or Target. 

Winner will be notified via email by Veronica Leon, Publisher and Editor Macaroni Kid Scottsdale.