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Back to School

From the classrooms to homeschooling, here's advice from experts and stories from other parents.

78 back-to-school quotes that are an A+

Say “welcome back” with these short, funny and inspirational messages for students and parents.
Elementary school kids walking together
Elementary school kids walking together

I dropped off my first child at college: Here are 7 things I wish I had known

The pain of separation was delayed by a couple of weeks. That was unexpected.
Image of Kavita's daughter in her dorm next to an image of Kavita and her daughter in front of Ohio Stadium
Image of Kavita's daughter in her dorm next to an image of Kavita and her daughter in front of Ohio Stadium

16 back-to-school food deals worthy of an A+

Get ready to save some dough before the new school year arrives.
Back to School
Back to School

81 inspirational teacher quotes to show your appreciation

Honor a favorite educator with one of these inspiring or funny quotes.
Happy school teacher giving high-five to her student during class.
Happy school teacher giving high-five to her student during class.

Is 'redshirting' worth it? What kindergarten parents need to know

“We always think older is better ... but the question is, does that hold up over time?”
A photo of a class photo
A photo of a class photo

I wasn’t anxious about back-to-school because of my kids. It was the other moms

You know the ones — with their kids in matching outfits and clutching perfectly packed bento-box lunches. I resented them, and hated myself for it.
Rebecca Morrison
Rebecca Morrison

When does school start? Why students go back at all different times

From mid-July to mid-September, 'back to school' season varies greatly across the country.
 Sticky Note On Calendar
 Sticky Note On Calendar

As a teacher of 42 years, here's the one thing I'd never do with my own kids

“Parents and teachers are partners on your child’s learning journey," Theresa Maughan, a teacher for over 40 years, told TODAY's Hoda Kotb.
Theresa Maughan
Theresa Maughan

11 Black history facts to teach your kids

Learn about the contributions of these historical figures; perfect for Black History Month and beyond.
Union Army, Arlington, Virginia, USA, William M. Smith, November 1865
Union Army, Arlington, Virginia, USA, William M. Smith, November 1865