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    Back to School

    Back to School Whiteboard Quotes

    Students are filing into your fully prepared classroom, brimming with inspiration and fresh school supplies. Instead of just writing your name on the whiteboard on the first day back to school, introduce yourself with an inspirational whiteboard quote. Many inspirational quotes address topics that students can relate to, which gives you a great opening to get to know your new class.

    These back to school inspirational whiteboard quotes give your students an early glimpse into your personality. Check out the following ideas and use one for your class this back to school season. Or, pick several to use for each day of the first week!

    9 Whiteboard Quotes for Back to School

    Motivate your students on the first day or week of school with these whiteboard quotes. A simple quote on the whiteboard can be a great conversation starter.


    You’re off to Great Places!
    Today is your day!
    Your mountain is waiting,
    So… get on your way!

    — Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

    The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.

    Sydney J. Harris, Pieces of Eight

    Wisdom is not a product of schooling, but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it.

    Albert Einstein

    Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.

    William James

    I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship

    Louisa May Alcott, Little Women

    Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying I will try again tomorrow.

    Mary Anne Radmacher, Courage Doesn’t Always Roar

    You have to do your own growing, no matter how tall your grandfather was.

    Abraham Lincoln

    Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.

    John Dewey

    Excellence is not a skill. It is an attitude.

    Ralph Marston

    Buy Motivational Classroom Posters Online

    If you’re looking for some year-round motivation for your students, you’ll find tons of inspirational posters and prints at our online store. We’ve got options to fit any subject or grade level. When the new semester comes around, check out these inspirational quotes to welcome your students back in the New Year!

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