The transition back to school can be a challenge for both students and parents. As with any new situation like starting school for the first time or entering a new grade or school kids need time to adjust. It can help to remind them that everyone feels a littlenervous about the first day of school and that it will become an everyday routine in time. It is important to emphasize the positive things about going back to school such as hanging out with friends and getting involved with sports and other afterschool activities. It's also important to talk to kids about what worries them and offer reassurance. More ideas on easing the transition back to school can be reached at http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/learning/back_school.html