The school year brings more than homework and activities, it also brings extra mess and germs into your home. Explore these back-to-school cleaning tips and guides to help reduce germs and keep everyday routines on track.
Back-to-school cleaning tips for a healthy year
Start with key things to do before school starts, like setting up weekly reset habits to manage backpacks, shoes, lunch boxes and school supplies.
Prioritize back-to-school cleaning by focusing on high-touch areas such as doorknobs, light switches, remotes and device screens
Build simple back-to-school organization tips to keep cleaning supplies and laundry systems easy to access and use
Manage laundry more frequently as part of everyday tips for school, especially for uniforms and sports gear, to prevent odors and buildup
Follow back-to-school health tips with consistent routines, for kids and parents
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Back-to-school season typically runs from mid-July through early September, depending on your region and school district. It's the time when families prepare for the start of the new school year — shopping for supplies, setting up routines, and getting organized. It's also a great time to reset cleaning habits at home, since kids heading back to classrooms means more germs, laundry and everyday messes coming through the door. A little planning ahead can help make the transition smoother for the whole family.
A good back-to-school cleaning routine focuses on staying consistent without overcomplicating things. Start with a daily quick wipe-down of high-touch surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, countertops and remotes using Clorox™ Disinfecting Wipes. Add a weekly deeper clean that includes vacuuming, mopping, and tackling laundry — especially uniforms, gym clothes and reusable lunch containers. Keep cleaning supplies accessible so the whole family can pitch in. Building these small habits into your routine helps reduce germs on surfaces and keeps your home running smoothly during the busy school year.
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