The AJC's 2017 Back to School roundup

Wave goodbye to the swimming pool and forget about sleeping in late, kids (and parents). The school bells start ringing soon and we're here to help you get ready.

The latest:

ExploreBack to school: key information for Cobb County

ExploreMost removed DeKalb principals now to remain in administrative positions

ExploreBack-to-school traffic woes: Uber discounts rides to and from MARTA

ExploreWalton opens to Isakson, Handel, hundreds of folks day before classes

ExploreIncoming kindergartners comment on preview of riding the bus

ExploreDeKalb Schools lost 900 more teachers over the last school year

# School's back and so's the traffic on some metro Atlanta roads

ExploreHow to get a job as a substitute teacher in metro Atlanta

ExploreChild getting a vaccine before the school year begins? Check for recalls

ExploreFulton Schools to honor bus drivers at luncheon

ExploreStudents, families borrow more for college

ExploreDon't want to teach? Here are 6 education gigs outside of the classroom

ExploreHard stuff: As kids go back-to-school, people buy more booze, analysis finds

ExploreAtlanta Public Schools to see 11 principal changes this year

ExploreHow to get a job as a school bus driver in metro Atlanta

ExploreClayton Schools to offer free health screenings, food at back-to-school event

Explore13 Gwinnett schools will have new principals this year

ExploreSending your kid off to school for the first time next week? 5 tips to hold back the tears

ExploreAs school starts, parents angle for the best teachers

ExplorePrincipal changes coming for 12 Fulton schools this year

ExploreCoke, SunTrust commit 2M for additional staff in Atlanta classrooms

Explore11K people are not happy about Cobb schools starting earlier than ever

ExploreQUIZ: How much do you know about your child's metro Atlanta school lunch?

ExploreQUIZ: How well do you know your metro Atlanta school?

ExploreDo you know who runs your school? Meet Cobb's new principals this year

ExploreWhatever happened to summer? Georgia schools starting earlier

ExploreDeKalb Schools' reassigned principals mostly return to teaching, retire

ExploreGeorgia wants to tap Medicaid to double school nurses

Explore# Nationwide search for Georgia school "turnaround" chief begins soon

ExploreLibrarians, architects help kids discover better world

ExploreAtlanta back-to-school event readies students for school start

ExploreMore than 1,000 teachers needed for metro Atlanta schools ahead of first day

ExploreStyle over substance? Despite critics, DeKalb Schools leaders tout progress

ExploreHenry County school board unable to negotiate superintendent contract

ExploreNewly relocated high school ready to open its downtown Atlanta doors

More and more parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children. Our kid reporter, Sammy, explains how this is putting unvaccinated children and vulnerable people who come in contact with them, like infants or grandparents, at greater risk.

Back to school guides and tips:

Explore6 tips to help get your kid in back-to-school mode

ExploreStudying 2.0: 8 homework apps to help your kid through the school year

ExploreGuide gives critical info about your kids' Georgia school

ExploreCherokee County Schools: Back-to-school guide for 2017-18

ExploreYour guide to the 2017-2018 Clayton County school year

ExploreYour guide to the 2017-2018 Cobb County school year

ExploreForsyth County Schools: Back-to-school guide for 2017-18 academic year

ExploreYour guide to the 2017-2018 Henry County school year

ExploreYour guide to the 2017-2018 Marietta City Schools academic year

ExploreHere's the 411 on Atlanta Public Schools

ExploreBack to school: Vaccine requirements for Georgia students

ExploreBack to school: Keeping your kids safe on social media

Shopping tips:

ExploreWhere to find the best deals on Atlanta school uniforms

Explore10 best school supplies for your Atlanta middle schooler

Explore10 best school supplies for your Atlanta elementary student

Explore10 best school supplies for your child's teacher

ExploreHow much will you spend on your child this school year?

ExploreBack-to-school shopping 2017: Online vs. in-store, what's the best, cheapest way to get everything on your list?

Explore12 can't-miss back-to-school sales for Atlanta parents

Explore# Atlanta teacher turns rock star with music video on back-to-school fashion

Explore# Local mall creates its own tax free holiday after Georgia ends tradition

Explore15 ways to score free supplies before your kids head back to school

ExploreHosea Helps to give away thousands of supplies at back-to-school event

Back to school shopping can be taxing for parents and the supply lists seem to grow every year. Here is a sample of one school’s requirements for new kindergartners. Parents can order a prepacked box or shop on their own.

Georgia Milestones results for 2016-17:

ExploreClayton's most improved in Milestones math

ExploreDecatur schools surpass state averages on Georgia Milestones

ExploreFulton's chronically failing schools see improvement on Georgia Milestones