Parents Talk: Best Back-to-School Advice

Before you know it, sandals, swimsuits and sunglasses will be packed away in favor of lunchboxes, backpacks and . As summer slips away and fall preparations begin, Patch asks parents to share your best back-to-school advice for little and big kids alike.

Perhaps it's something you were told by your mother as you eagerly skipped off to the school bus for the first time. Or it's something you learned as you came into your own as a parent. Whatever it may be, someone may be able to benefit from your wisdom. So, tell us in the comments section below and continue the dialogue here or on our Facebook page.