Aug. 4. 2025

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The 2025 Back To School Issue

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Everything You Need To Know Before Heading To School This Year

Back to school season is upon us, and with that comes all the logistical questions and concerns that any parent could have. In this issue, Romper parses through what to know about this busiest and most exciting of seasons — for you and your kid.

Slow Down, Girl

How Teachers Really Feel About Parents Emailing Them *Before* The First Day Of School

There’s a right way and a wrong way.

You Got This, Buddy

The Stuff I’m Excited For My Kid To Learn This Year Has Nothing To Do With Academics

Navigating friendships, asking for help, not knowing what you’re getting for lunch and eating it anyway... this stuff matters, too.

Life

Everything Parents Need To Know About Going Back To School & The Measles Outbreaks

Your child is highly unlikely to be exposed, but sometimes you just want to know what would happen, OK?

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Parenting

School Dropoff Is Everything That Sucks About Car Culture

by Anna Zivarts

We need better transportation options — not just for kids, but for everyone.

Royals

Princess Charlotte Was “Not Looking Forward” To School For A Relatable Reason

by Jen McGuire

Prince William shared an update on how his daughter feels about exams. We feel ya, girl.

Celebrity

Khloé Kardashian Made A Relatable Confession About Packing Cute School Lunches

by Jen McGuire

“Once you start with the cute sh*t that you’re so excited to do, God forbid you don’t.”

Celebrity

Kris Jenner Had Khloé Kardashian Drive Her Siblings To School When She Was Only 14

by Jen McGuire

And also got her to be the designated driver on the freeway.

Royals

Princess Charlotte Is Adored By Other Children At School For Good Reason

by Jen McGuire

She’s good with little kids.

Can We Enroll, Too?

Everything We Know About The Type Of School Bluey Goes To

by Jamie Kenney

It looks pretty darn dreamy.

Celebrity

Adele Says She Made Mom Friends By Volunteering At Her Son Angelo’s School

by Jen McGuire

She’s out there making 60 chicken kebabs for his class.

Royals

Prince Louis Uses A “Feelings Wheel” To Express His Emotions At School

by Jen McGuire

We bet he spins it like he’s on Wheel of Fortune.

Royals

Prince George Has Been Training For A Triathlon At School

by Jen McGuire

He’s a well-rounded future king.

Wackadoo!

The Best 'Bluey' Episodes About School To Watch With Your Kids

by Miranda Rake

Navigating school can be tricky. As always, the Heeler family is here to light the way.