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Five Ways to Get Ready to Go Back to School in Canton
The 2013-14 school year in Canton is almost here. Are you ready?

With the 2013-14 school year in Canton fast approaching on Monday, Aug. 5, here's a few things you should know:
Walk-Throughs: Most schools hold a series of walk-throughs for students and parents before the kids head back. Here's the schedule for Canton schools.
Paperwork, Paperwork, Paperwork: Requirements students must meet before going back to school include proof of immunizations and proof of residence.
School Bus 411: Cherokee County Schools' website has a finder linking addresses to bus routes.
School Meals: School meals this year cost from $1.25 to $3. Check out how much breakfast and lunch will cost students and visitors.
Tax-Free Weekend: Georgia's tax-free weekend in 2013 is Aug. 9-10. Find out what's on the tax-free list here.
What else should parents and students know to get the school year started right? Tell us in the comments!
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