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Creative Ways to Use Your eColor+ Poster Printer This Summer

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At Presentation Systems, Inc., we know summer is a time for rest, reflection, and... printing?

Actually—yes! While classrooms may be quieter, summer is the perfect season to take on print projects that get overlooked during the school year. It’s a low-stress time to freshen up your spaces, prep for upcoming events, and tap into the creative potential of your eColor+ Poster Printer.

Whether you're part of a PTA, administrative team, or a classroom teacher with big plans for the year ahead, here are a few impactful (and fun) ways to make the most of your printer this summer:

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1. Create a Warm Welcome for Students and Families


Start the year off right with signage that shows students and families they’re seen, valued, and expected.

This goes far beyond a basic “Welcome Back” poster—think vibrant banners, personalized signs for each classroom, and campus-wide visuals that build a cohesive message.


Here’s what schools are printing:


  • Personalized classroom signs welcoming students by name or grade

  • Mission banners that highlight school values in high-traffic areas

  • Lawn signs and directional posters that help new families navigate registration, meet-the-teacher events, and open houses


Want to see how other schools set the tone from day one?

Check out our 2025 Photo Contest recap to see what others are creating.


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2. Refresh Outdated Hallway and Common Area Décor


Let’s be honest—some of those hallway posters have seen better days. Summer is the perfect time to swap them out for crisp, clear, and meaningful visuals.

Use your eColor+ system to:


  • Print colorful character education posters (from our ready-made templates!)

  • Create building-wide routines and expectations signage (like hallway behavior, cafeteria etiquette, or voice-level expectations)

  • Introduce a yearlong schoolwide theme with matching visuals for every classroom and throughout the hallways


Visual consistency helps everyone—from students to substitute teachers—understand and feel aligned with your school’s culture.


Want more ideas? We covered even more transformation strategies in our blog: Creative Ways Schools Are Transforming Culture with Print. 


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3. Support Summer Events and PTA Projects


Summer is full of opportunities to connect with families—and your eColor+ printer can make your events look and feel extra professional.


We’ve seen PTAs and school teams use their printers for:


  • Event signage for fun runs, popsicle socials, movie nights, or welcome picnics

  • Custom stickers and flyers for giveaways or spirit wear drives

  • Sponsorship signage for community businesses supporting school events

  • Lawn signs that announce important dates or show off school pride


Pro tip: Summer is also a great time to start your Decal Fundraiser—our ready-to-go kit helps you raise money to fund a printer purchase (or replenish supplies!).


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4. Prep Classroom Visuals Before the Rush

We all know how hectic back-to-school season can be. Use these slower summer days to print classroom visuals now and save yourself time (and stress) later.

With eColor+, teachers can easily print:

  • Anchor charts and key academic visuals

  • Daily schedule and job charts that get reused all year

  • “Meet the Teacher” displays for the first week of school

  • Monthly goals, trackers, and birthday calendars to keep students engaged


Need inspiration? Check out the ways schools have used print to energize their classroom spaces and make more instructional impact with printed materials. 


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5. Launch a Student Print Shop with STEP


The summer is the perfect time to prep your school for launching STEP (Student Entrepreneur Program)—and get students involved in shaping your school culture from the ground up.


In STEP, students run a real-world print shop within their school. They help design, print, and fulfill signage and poster requests for staff, PTAs, and even community groups.


Planning ahead during summer gives you time to:


  • Explore the STEP program guide 

  • Identify mentors or student leaders for the upcoming year

  • Prep easy starter projects (event signage, spirit day posters, etc.)

  • Customize your own templates to get students printing from day one


Want to see how schools are using STEP to drive culture and engagement?

Our blog, “Empowering Students Through STEP”, shares the story.


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Ready to Start Printing?


From welcome banners to fundraiser signs, your eColor+ poster printer has endless summer potential. Whether you’re a school leader, a classroom teacher, or a PTA member, we’re here to help you bring your ideas to life.



👉 Find out more about the Decal Fundraiser Toolkit »


Your campus culture starts now—and it’s just one print job away.


 
 
 

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