The 2025-26 School Community Trends Brief


A closer look at how schools, families, and PTOs actually shape back-to-school decisions—and how brands can show up in the moments that matter.

What you’ll learn:
• The real trends shaping K–8 school communities
• How purchasing decisions actually happen—from classroom to checkout
• Why trust—not reach—is driving brand choice
• Where brands show up to move from awareness to purchase

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See the trends, data, and real-world programs shaping K–8 engagement.

A Connected Approach to School Engagement
Reaching school communities isn’t about a single touchpoint. It’s about showing up across the moments that matter—from organic in-school experiences to the digital tools families rely on. Brands that align with these trusted rituals don’t just get seen—they get chosen.

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