Celebrate June with Smore: 4 Newsletter Templates to Start Summer Strong
School’s winding down, but Smore’s just getting warmed up 🔥!! Whether you’re wrapping up the year or getting a head start on back-to-school, our June Templates are here to help you communicate with purpose and personality. This month’s line-up makes connecting with families simple, meaningful, and seriously fun. ☀️
From Juneteenth celebrations to Meet the Teacher sneak peeks, we’ve got everything you need to keep families informed and engaged—right up to the final bell and beyond.
What’s Inside:
– 📚 Culturally responsive Juneteenth newsletter
– 🌴 Summertime enrichment and safety updates
– 📬 Weekly wrap-ups to keep families in the loop
– 👋 Meet-the-teacher intros to ease first-day jitters
🎉 Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom Through Learning
Best for: Teachers, counselors, curriculum leaders
Template vibe: Classroom ready, student-focused, and culturally enriching
This template provides an engaging way to help students explore and reflect on Juneteenth. Use it to highlight classroom activities, share kid-friendly videos, or showcase student projects that explore themes of freedom and historical milestones.
Content Ideas:
- A timeline of Juneteenth history
- “What does freedom mean to me?” quotes from students
- Book recommendations that reflect the spirit of the holiday
Smore Tip: Use the “Text + Image” block to pair student work with thoughtful explanations or learning takeaways.
Pro Tip: Consider adding a “Learn Together at Home” section to help families continue the conversation outside the classroom.
🌴 Summer is Here: Keep Learning Alive
Best for: Teachers extending learning into summer
Template vibe: Bright colors, fun fonts, and sunshine energy
Whether you’re wrapping up classroom activities or suggesting summer enrichment ideas, this template is your go-to. Share reading lists, summer safety tips, or local events that families can enjoy together.
Content ideas:
- Links to your district’s summer reading program
- Safety reminders for hot days and pool play
- Suggestions for educational podcasts or videos
Smore Tip: Use the “Buttons” feature to drive traffic to summer reading programs, your school’s PTO events page, or even a favorite kids’ podcast.
📬 June Weekly Update: Keep the Connection Strong
Best for: Any school staff looking to maintain communication momentum
Template vibe: Clean, calm, and content-packed
Just because it’s the end of the year doesn’t mean communication takes a vacation. The June Weekly Update template helps you maintain that all-important communication consistency with families. Use it to share calendar reminders, field trip photos, final grades, and report card schedules.
Content ideas:
- End-of-year survey links
- Final report card and grade release dates
- Field trip or school event photos
Smore Tip: Try the “Embed” block to drop in short end-of-year survey forms or a countdown timer for the last day of school. It’s all about keeping engagement high to the very end!
👋 Meet the Teacher: Start the School Year with Confidence
Best for: New and returning teachers alike
Template vibe: Warm, welcoming, and personalized
Get a jump start on back-to-school jitters by introducing yourself with the Meet the Teacher template. Parents and students alike will appreciate knowing what to expect come August. Include a short bio, photos of your classroom, classroom expectations, or even a welcome video!
Content ideas:
- A quick hello video and your teaching philosophy
- A peek into your classroom setup
- Fun facts or family-friendly intro questions
Smore Tip: Use the “Video block” to embed a short clip of your smiling face or a virtual classroom tour—especially helpful for easing first-day nerves for younger students.
📱 Mobile Pro Tip: Smore looks awesome on phones! Share it via email or class social media. Families will appreciate the personal touch!
📈 Smore Best Practices For Your June Newsletters
- 🎨Keep it visual: Use images, videos, and graphics to drive engagement.
- 🧭 Use headers wisely: Help readers scan quickly with bold section titles.
- 📢Add strong CTAs: Be clear and action-driven (“Join our book club,” “Watch the video,” “Fill out the survey”).
- 📊 Review analytics: Use Smore’s built-in tools to track what’s working—and what’s not.
Ready to Build Your June Newsletter?
📅 Whether you’re in the final weeks of the year or planning ahead, these June templates make communication seamless and special. Log in to Smore today to try them out and make your messages shine.
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