Students are not the only ones who face a new school year with mixed emotions. Teachers must also prepare themselves mentally, emotionally and physically.
Along with shopping for classroom supplies and making lesson plans, educators deserve to pamper themselves as they get back in the groove of reading, writing and ‘rithmetic. A manicure may be just the ticket, especially when it involves super cute back to school nail art.
Here’s 11 awesome nail-art ideas to get you in the mood to learn!
1. Crayon Nail Art
These adorable Crayola-inspired nails would be ideal for a kindergarten or preschool teacher. Want to DIY it? Check out this video tutorial.
Of course, there are countless designs to inspire anyone heading back to the classroom. Check out some of our other favorite back-to-school nail finds.
2. Chalkboard Nails
Nails on the chalkboard are no fun, but chalkboards on nails? Now you’re talking.
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3. School Supplies
Lined paper, number two pencils and ABCs add up to a cheerful first day of class.
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4. Kawaii Style
There are loads of things to love about going back to school, such as seeing people you missed and these happy little school supplies.
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5. Pencils and Paper
Short nails can get in on the action as well. Eraser pink, a single pencil and can we talk about the shiny lined paper?
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6. Homework and Gym Class
Be prepared for lacing up sneakers, writing out problems on the board and encouraging note-taking skills with this eclectic nail art design.
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7. Erasers Ready
Everybody makes mistakes; that’s why pencils have erasers! This charming mani is the perfect reminder to be patient with students and yourself.
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8. Math Class
Grid paper, equations and a ruler make this an ideal design idea for a high school math teacher or anyone fond of solving problems.
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9. Apples for the Teacher
Why wait for someone to bring you a shiny, red fruit? This simple yet eye-catching nail art will make your first day brighter.
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10. Notebook Doodles
This manicure artwork will take you back to the days of daydreaming during lessons… not that you ever did that, of course.
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11. Super Teacher
You can’t hide it: Everyone knows teaching is your super power. Let your alter ego shine through with fitting nail art such as this.
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