Participating in extracurricular activities is a great way to get involved, and it looks good on college and job applications. But how many is too many? More

6 Tips To Improve Freshman Year

It's natural for first-year students to encounter challenges associated with the transition to college life. Use these tips to make your freshman year better. More

Rock Your Locker

Show off your sense of style and creativity by decorating your own locker. More

Play Classroom Games As Simple As A-B-C

Test your skills at ping pong, take a class picture, play dress-up and find hidden surprises around the classroom in this game. More

Is Your Child's Backpack Too Heavy?

Find out if your child's backpack is too heavy with this interactive calculator. More

Local Schools

Teaching Kids Cultural Awareness

February is Black History Month, and that's a time when children can learn more about African American Culture in their schools. Jim Clark, licensed social worker and CEO of Daniel, Florida's oldest child-service agency, tells us more about teaching cultural awareness to your kids.

Changes Mark New School Year

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School bells rang this morning in counties across northeast Florida, marking the end of summer for about 150,000 students. More

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School Bus Route Changes Affects Parents

Because of school bus route changes, some parents aren't happy about where their children will be picked up this year compared to years past. More

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Route Changes

Buses Run, School Bells Ring

Healthy Back-To-School Lunches

Duval County Public Schools Participates in National School Lunch Program

How To Communicate With Teachers

Homework Helper Web Sites

Helping Local Homeless Families Purchase Back- To-School Items

Stein Mart Honors Local Teachers With An Appreciation Week

Task Force Collecting School Supplies In Flagler County

BACK-TO-SCHOOL VIDEO REPORTS:

Duval School Bus Routes Undergo Major Changes

Duval School Superintendent Asks Parents For Help

New Online Tools Can Help Parents Help Kids

Calm Those First-Day Jitters

Tools To Help Students Succeed

Back-To-School Fashion Show

High-Tech Needs For Back-To-School

College Bound?

How To Avoid The Freshman 15

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Want to avoid gaining weight during your freshman year of college? Follow these tips. More

College Students Have To Balance Class, Fun

6 Tips To Improve Freshman Year

What Are The Most Popular College Majors?

Survival Guide To Dorm Living

Paying For College

How Will You Pay For College?

Money for college can come from many sources, but experts say to start looking early. More

Students Need To Stay On Budget In College

Loans, Work Programs Help College Students

Tips For Parents

When Should Parents Stop Hovering?

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While parental involvement is key to a child's success in school, at what point does a participating parent become a smother mother -- or father? More

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