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Be Back-to-School Ready!

Help kids ease into a new school year with these tips and advice.

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  • Helping Your Middle Schooler Succeed

    The middle school years are a time of change. Your support makes a big difference. 

    10 steps to success

  • Helping Your High Schooler Succeed

    Teens are moving toward independence, but they still need your support and guidance. Help make the high school years easier to navigate.

    Homework help

    10 steps to success

Keeping Kids Safe

Get kids ready for the school year by making sure they are up-to-date on vaccines, sports physicals, and more.

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Are Your Child's Vaccines Up-to-Date?

Find out which vaccines are recommended and when to get them.

Vaccines kids and teens need 

Vaccine schedule

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Signing Your Child Up for Sports?

Find out why all student athletes need to get a sports physical before starting the season.

Getting a sports physical

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How to Choose the Right Backpack

When backpacks are too heavy or don't fit right, they can strain muscles and joints — leading to back pain. Here's what to look for.

Backpack safety tips

How Parents Can Help

  • With the right support, most kids can get back on track and succeed at school.

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  • This easy 3-step method can help kids get organized — and stay that way!

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  • Kids and teens do better in school when parents get involved. Here's how to make the most of parent-teacher conferences.

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