It's nearly that time — the time parents look forward to and many children dread.

The 2015-2016 Gwinnett County school year starts Monday, Aug. 10. Here's what you need to know to prepare:

1. School bus: Routing information is now available. Determine the school students are eligible to attend, available bus stops and street maps. [Get information on routes | FAQ]

2. School start/end times: Confirm arrival and dismissal times. [Download]

3. School menus: Prices for school meals don't change this year. [Find prices here].  The menus for each school aren't online yet. When they are, you can check them here.

4. Calendar of events: Find out about upcoming key events in the 2015-16 school year. [Download] For the 2016-17 school year. [Download]

5. Family information guide: Get the latest information about the Gwinnett County's student code of conduct. [Read it online here]

Click here for more information on the Gwinnett County School District.

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