Back To School

Let's Celebrate Your Back to School

Back to school is here, and it’s the perfect time to help your community kick off the year on a high note. Whether you're planning for a school, hosting a family event, or organizing a community gathering, you have a chance to create something kids, parents, and grandparents will remember. You don’t need to go over the top, just a thoughtful setup with the right touch of color. That’s where we come in. At Maui and Kona, we design balloon décor that helps you set the tone for a fresh start. From simple displays to photo-ready setups, we’ll work with you to bring your back-to-school ideas to life!

Get Started on Your Back to School Display
A welcome sign with balloons in front of a building
Whippany park high school is decorated with balloons and basketballs
A large arch made of red and white balloons in a gym.

How You Can Help With Back to School

Schools and parents can work together to make back to school events welcoming and fun for students. These events don’t need to be expensive or complicated, just a few thoughtful touches can go a long way. Schools can organize welcome stations, photo booths, or small gatherings like open houses or classroom meet-and-greets. Parents can help by volunteering their time, donating snacks or supplies, or helping decorate the space. Maui and Kona Design Co offer balloon decor that’s perfect for creating the perfect backdrop, entry display, or 360 photo booth setup. These can be paired with other simple ideas like music, signs, welcome posters, or fun handouts for kids. Whether it's a small classroom effort or a full school wide event, a little planning and teamwork can set a positive tone for the new school year!

  • Volunteer to set up or clean up
  • Donate snacks, drinks, or school supplies
  • Help create welcome signs or posters
  • Organize a photo booth or picture station
  • Bring music or a small speaker
  • Hand out welcome packets
  • Volunteer to set up or clean up
  • Donate snacks, drinks, or supplies
  • Help create welcome signs or posters
  • Organize a photo booth or station
  • Bring music or a small speaker
  • Hand out welcome packets
Book Your Back to School Balloons

Welcome Back in Style

At the start of the school year, there’s usually a lot going on, open houses, orientation days, and back to school fairs just to name a few. These events are a great chance to welcome students and families, and we’re here to help make them feel special. Balloon decor is a simple, effective way to bring some fun and color to your space. At Maui and Kona, we offer flexible setup options like:



You can place a garland over a main hallway to show something exciting is happening, or use matching school colors to build team spirit. We can also help customize your display to reflect your school’s mascot, theme, or even just your personal style. The best part? Many of these pieces can be reused across multiple events in those first few weeks! Let’s work together to make your back to school events fun and easy to set up.

Plan Your Back to School Setup Now

Welcome Back in Style

At the start of the school year, there’s usually a lot going on, open houses, orientation days, and back to school fairs just to name a few. These events are a great chance to welcome students and families, and we’re here to help make them feel special. Balloon decor is a simple, effective way to bring some fun and color to your space. At Maui and Kona, we offer flexible setup options like:



You can place a garland over a main hallway to show something exciting is happening, or use matching school colors to build team spirit. We can also help customize your display to reflect your school’s mascot, theme, or even just your personal style. The best part? Many of these pieces can be reused across multiple events in those first few weeks! Let’s work together to make your back to school events fun and easy to set up.

Plan Your Back to School Setup Now
A black and white silhouette of a handshake on a white background.
Reach Out

Send us a message with your event date, location, and a few details about what you have in mind.

A black and white silhouette of three balloons on a white background.
Choose Your Style

We’ll help you pick colors, balloon types, and layouts that fit your space and theme.

A pair of hands with a lot of dots on them on a white background.
We Set Up

Our team handles delivery and setup so your display is ready to go on event day.

Back to School Day Photos

Parents love to capture those first day of school moments, and a photo booth is a great way to help them do just that. Setting up a 360 photo booth near the school entrance, in a gym, or at a welcome event gives families a fun, interactive way to remember the day. You can pair it with balloon décor from Maui and Kona—like balloon arches, columns, or large numbers to show off the school year or grade level. These touches are a perfect for creating a fun photo!


If a 360 booth isn’t the right fit, photo frames make a great alternative. You can use photo frames decorated with school colors, balloons, or themed cutouts. They're easy to pass around, work well in smaller spaces like classrooms, and still give families and teachers a chance to capture keepsake photos. For teachers, a small photo corner with balloons can be used to take individual student pictures for memory books or classroom displays. Whether you go big with a booth or keep it simple with a frame, it’s all about giving students and families something to smile about on day one.

Let’s Make Your First Day Back Special

Back to School Day Photos

Parents love to capture those first day of school moments, and a photo booth is a great way to help them do just that. Setting up a 360 photo booth near the school entrance, in a gym, or at a welcome event gives families a fun, interactive way to remember the day. You can pair it with balloon décor from Maui and Kona—like balloon arches, columns, or large numbers to show off the school year or grade level. These touches are a perfect for creating a fun photo!


If a 360 booth isn’t the right fit, photo frames make a great alternative. You can use photo frames decorated with school colors, balloons, or themed cutouts. They're easy to pass around, work well in smaller spaces like classrooms, and still give families and teachers a chance to capture keepsake photos. For teachers, a small photo corner with balloons can be used to take individual student pictures for memory books or classroom displays. Whether you go big with a booth or keep it simple with a frame, it’s all about giving students and families something to smile about on day one.

Let’s Make Your First Day Back Special

Back to school doesn’t need to be a big production, it’s really about creating moments that stick with kids, parents, and teachers. Balloons from Maui and Kona Design Co are an easy way to add something fun and meaningful to the day. Whether you’re snapping first day photos or setting the tone at a welcome event, balloon decor helps set the vibe without overcomplicating things. A little planning goes a long way, and keeping it focused on the student experience makes the start of the year feel special, for everyone!

  • What do you say for back to school?

    A simple, thoughtful message can go a long way when someone is heading back to school. You might say something like, “Hope your first day goes well!” or “Wishing you a fun and smooth start to the year.” Whether it’s a student, teacher, or parent, the goal is to offer a few kind words that help ease the transition and remind them that this time of year is worth celebrating.



  • How do you encourage someone going back to school?

    Encouragement can be as simple as letting someone know you believe in them. A quick message like, “You’ve got this,” or “I’m proud of you for starting something new,” can provide a real confidence boost. If they’re feeling nervous, remind them that it’s okay to take things one step at a time and that support is always there. Sometimes just showing that you’re available to listen makes a big difference.

  • What should I write in a back-to-school note?

    When writing a back-to-school note, keep it light, positive, and personal. You might say something like, “Have a great first day—can’t wait to hear about it!” or “Wishing you a year full of new adventures.” For kids, a short, encouraging sentence with a smiley face or sticker is often enough to brighten their day. For teachers or other parents, a quick good luck or thank-you message is always appreciated.