While the long, lazy, bare-footed days of summer certainly are special, let’s be honest: So is the sweet sound of a ringing school bell. Whether you stayed at home all summer long with your little ones or were saddled with figuring out (and paying for!) summer child care while the kids were off, surely you can relate to these hilariously funny back-to-school memes.
We all love our kids, but there is such a thing as too much togetherness.
Back-to-school memes
As we brace ourselves for the whirlwind of shopping for supplies, setting up routines, and convincing our kids that yes, bedtime is indeed a thing again, these funny back-to-school memes for parents will offer some much-needed comic relief.
1. The walk will clear your mind

2. It’s a sad, “sad” time
3. Some things never change
4. BTS hits different for everyone
5. Heyyyy sexy lady!

6. Oh, that’s right, it matters now!

7. Anyone have a tissue?

8. It’s a beautiful thing

9. Freedom — and germs — are in the air

10. One word: Iconic
11. Walgreens gets it

First day of school memes
And just when we’ve managed to get everything under control, the first day of school arrives, carrying its own brand of madness. Looking for a first day of school meme that gets the cacophony of emotions? We got you.
12. Is that an extra pep in your step, Dad?
13. Thoughts and prayers are appreciated
14. When your child’s not quite in the spirit yet
15. Kindergarten vs. sixth

16. “Angel” may be an overstatement
17. Some say tomato, others say “freedom”

18. It’s kind of like Christmas Eve for parents

19. When the kids refuse to get caught up in your Pinterest fantasies
