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Talk Back: How Did the First Day of School Go?

Good, bad, ugly? Tell us how the first day back to the classrooms went for your kids and family.

Posted by Judy Mottl (Editor), September 5, 2012 at 03:26 pm

The first day of school brings jitters and stress to both students and parents. Everything from clothing choices, to lunch dilemmas to making sure supplies are in order is on the mind.

So how did the first day go and any suggestions or tips you've found to make it more of a happy occasion?

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