Why babies born in September may have an advantage in school
When is the best age to start kindergarten? Depends on the child, but studies show older is often better.
Parent-teacher conferences just aren’t what they used to be
"Jake is a wonderful boy. I just have a few concerns...."
Massachusetts middle school brings back recess so even older kids can play
Even older kids need the break, say parents and school officials.
Savannah Guthrie shares adorable back-to-school photos of her kids
Vale and Charley are off to their first day of school!
Tori Spelling responds to critics of her children's back-to-school pic: 'Shame on you!'
Do not poke this mama bear!
'I've aged 10 years': The second wave of sleep deprivation no one warns you about
Early school start times leave teens and their parents suffering the real and harmful effects of sleep deprivation.
To the mom with a toddler: My kids are back to school and I miss being you
"My children are little, yet so grown up. Fifteen is independent. Twelve is on the cusp of needing so much less from me."
School sends funny letter offering parents a creative way to not volunteer
The Parent Teacher Organization at an Alabama high school is telling parents they can opt out of volunteering — for a price.
I'm about to send my last child to preschool: Here's what I've learned
"The girls are starting another year toward the person they are going to be."
My daughter is starting kindergarten: Here's what I told her is most important
"It felt good to say all the things out loud that I think so often get muffled in the chaos of life."
This freshman's video nails what loneliness in college feels like
College freshman Emery Bergmann was surprised when she didn't immediately find "her people" at college. Turns out she is not alone.
Mom of 5-year-old left on school bus for 3 hours warns parents
A school bus driver's mistake could have ended in tragedy for one family on their daughter's first day of kindergarten.
This Swedish snot sucker is the only baby shower gift moms really need
Might seem gross, but it's actually useful.
Am I invisible? The pain-relieving response to being excluded
Being left out hurts... at any age. One mom has discovered an empowering way to respond.
Schools find one simple answer to attendance problem: washing machines
A new program sponsored by Whirlpool found that putting washing machines in schools improved attendance rates and participation.
Why Neil Patrick Harris is not thrilled about back-to-school
The actor isn't ready for rigid bedtime schedules or battles about homework.
Some elementary schools are getting rid of homework — and experts say it's OK
Two years after her no-homework policy went viral on social media, a Texas teacher stands her ground. Experts say the research backs her up.
The one simple question that taught billionaire Sara Blakely not to fear failure
Every night around the dinner table, Sara Blakely's father asked one question... and if she didn't have an answer, he'd be disappointed.
Back to school: 'Jurassic Park' style
"My 5-year-old is obsessed with the Velociraptor from 'Jurassic World.' When he asked to incorporate his favorite character into his shoot, I said yes."
These self-laminating labels for kids clothes and lunchboxes are absolute genius
They can go in the dishwasher or washer/dryer too!
Sleeping in, water balloons, ice cream: The ultimate back-to-school to-do list
"It's impossible to keep the new school from starting, or for time to stop marching on, faster and faster and faster as I watch my son grow."
Mom uses toothpaste to teach her daughter a lesson about the power of words
The night before middle school started, she told her daughter to squeeze an entire tube of toothpaste onto a plate.
September is coming, but I want to rewind to the 1980's
"In the fall, I moonlight as an indoor camp counselor, chauffeur, drama coach, music teacher and logistics manager."
Everything you need to get organized this fall
It's more than just storage bins and notebooks ... but we've got those, too.
A color-changing umbrella, a chore board and 22 other cool new products for fall
We even found the ultimate erasable highlighters.
Mom shares one teacher's brilliant trick to combat bullying, loneliness
Every Friday, she asks kids to write down the names of four students they want to sit with next week. But her real motive isn't seating charts.
This crazy new tool lets you search for and buy school supplies by school
Just search by your zip code!
These educational gadgets will help ease your kids back into school season
Cool gadgets for back to school.
'May each day bring you laughter and joy': A back-to-school prayer
"May you take big chances and come up swinging. Let it be your best that you’re always bringing."
Mom shares a simple strategy for boosting her daughters' confidence
"You don't need to be good with words or crafty."
Seventh-grader's choice of green shirt results in hilarious school pictures
If there was a note warning kids not to wear a green shirt on picture day, Carter Hutsell's mom didn't get it.
The 18 best back-to-school sales to shop right now
Check off everything on your back-to-school shopping list without breaking the bank.
14 new products for fall that will improve your everyday life
Meet your new favorite lunch bag and notebook!
I dyed my kid's hair because he asked me to — here's what happened
Don't worry, I checked with some experts first!
'School starts tomorrow': The excitement and heartache of turning the page
"I’m not ready to turn the page quite yet. I’m not ready for this chapter to be over."
Deal Alert: The iPad Mini 4 is finally $100 off
It's a great gift for any new college student and rarely goes on sale.
The ultimate guide to decorating your kid’s college dorm
These must-haves will make any dorm room feel like home.
Deal of the Day: 30 percent off cute girls' necklaces from Snap’t
Even picky teens can find charms they love!
Most doctors aren't discussing meningitis B vaccine as college outbreaks continue
College dorms are a hotbed for the transmission of meningitis, which can be deadly.
Back-to-school style: How to pick a wardrobe both kids and parents will love
TODAY's Sheinelle Jones and style expert Brooke Jaffe head to Kohl's to help two families pick out clothes ahead of the new school year. Both the parents and...
Moms, before the first day of school, please have this talk with your child
"Share with them that even if we have differences we also have things in common."
Deal of the Day: 50 percent off fun kids' project subscription boxes from KiwiCo
Every day, our new Shop TODAY Facebook page will release a deal of the day that's exclusive to TODAY readers.
Back to School Video
Jeff Rossen demonstrates safety tools to help college kids stay safe
Tips to get your family organized before the start of school
These cool supplies will have you prepared to go back to school
Meet the lucky intern getting paid to taste-test candy
The coolest back-to-school gadgets to keep kids’ minds working
Lightweight backpacks and more: Innovative items that’ll make back-to-school easy!
5-year-old raves about her 1st haircut in adorable rant about short hair
Hoda Kotb and Sheinelle Jones play a back-to-school version of ‘Who Knew?’
4 ways to become a happier parent
Back-to-school style: How to pick a wardrobe both kids and parents will love
Donor gives each teacher in Kentucky school district $100 for school supplies
Check out Seventeen magazine’s back- to-school must-haves
Highs and Lows: Family buys teacher a car, cows help nab criminal
Back-to-school shopping: Money-saving tips to help stretch your budget
How to save money on back-to-school supplies, laptops and more
Psychologist shares creative ways to raise your kids to be resilient, happy
Colorado school district plans to switch to 4-day week
Back-to-school injuries: What every parent needs to know
See the best mobile apps for managing the school year
School lunches are getting a makeover
Students at one Utah high school are facing fines for tardiness
Rossen Reports update: Is your child’s backpack too heavy?
Back-to-school Steals and Deals: Lands’ End lunchbox, children’s books
Apps for kids that parents need to know about: Yellow, Spotafriend, more
