Spring Delegations For Parents

We’re halfway through the school year, and it’s a good time to refresh some delegation ideas for parents.

Here's what parents are delegating this spring and summer:

1. Summer planning & scheduling

Take the stress out of summer by having everything planned, booked, and ready to go.

Camps & programs

• Selection & registration:
  • Research and aggregate camps based on interest/subject, availability, cost, and distance for easy decision-making.
  • Register, pay, and fill out required forms.
• Preparation & logistics:
  • Organize a week-by-week camp schedule to minimize cognitive load.
  • Create detailed packing lists based on camp activities.
  • Order necessary items (gear, snacks, clothing).
  • Coordinate carpools with other families for drop-offs and pickups.

Vacation & travel planning

• Build customized travel itineraries and compile an all-in-one-place travel book.
• Book childcare or kid-friendly activities at the destination.
• Research and secure local babysitting or nanny services for travel days.
• Find and book unique family experiences (e.g., private animal encounters, museum tours, hands-on workshops for kids).
• Arrange pet care or boarding while traveling.

Social & enrichment activities

• Plan weekend outings & family-friendly activities.
• Birthday party coordination: venue booking, invitations, entertainment, catering, and gift tracking.
• Playdate scheduling & coordination with other parents.
• Summer tutoring & learning enrichment arrangements:
  • Find and book academic tutors, STEM workshops, language immersion programs, and summer learning opportunities.
  • Research online or in-person enrichment programs (math boot camps, coding classes, etc.).

2. Home & seasonal prep

Streamline seasonal transitions by keeping everything stocked, organized, and ready.

Clothing & gear refresh

• Purchase sports gear & equipment for summer activities.
• Restock sunscreen, bug spray, and pool/beach essentials.
• Organize and refresh pool/beach bags so they’re always ready to go.

Summer reading & learning

• Library & book club prep:
  • Download library books on Libby to Kindle for summer reading lists.
  • Organize an informal summer book club with friends.
  • Purchase and deliver themed book bundles based on kids' interests.

Keepsake & memory organization

• School year wrap-up:
  • Organize school photos, artwork, and keepsakes from the year.
  • Create digital scrapbooks or printed photo books.
  • Print and frame key moments from the year.

Childcare coordination

• Find & vet summer babysitters and part-time nannies.
• Arrange backup childcare options for unexpected situations.
• Schedule a mother’s helper to provide extra support with younger kids.

3. Health & safety

Ensure the whole family stays healthy and safe

Seasonal health appointments

• Schedule pediatrician and dentist visits before the back-to-school rush.
• Book vision checks with a pediatric ophthalmologist and specialty doctor visits in advance—for example, many schools require sports physicals (pediatrician) for student-athletes before the new school year.
• Submit vaccination records & medical forms required for camps and schools.

Emergency & safety prep

• Restock first aid kits for the home, car, and pool area.
• Assemble an allergy-friendly snack list for school and camp.
• Ensure summer safety gear (bike helmets, flotation devices, life jackets) is properly fitted and in good condition.