When the first day of school arrives and your child boards the school bus, it may come as quite a shock that they don't buckle up. But times are changing. Some school bus manufacturers now offer an optional seat belt system.

It's reunion season, and if your 10-, 20- or even 30-year reunion is around the corner, you might be contemplating whether you should attend or not. Although the opportunity to see old friends and teachers is appealing, many people find themselves apprehensive about going. If you're on the fence, you should consider attending, and with a little preparation, you'll be sure to have a great time.

When your kids come home from school, are they literally weighted down with homework? If so, they need an ergonomically designed backpack.

Going to college means different things to different people. For some, it's a post high school ritual that is the start of adulthood. For others, it's a way to advance their current career while balancing work and life commitments. Due to the demand for a higher education system that is flexible for all types of students, post-secondary education in the 21st century offers more options than ever before.

This fall, lessons in fashion won't just come from the runway. Style cues will originate from a less likely place - the school hallway. Several impending style trends will impact everything from school supplies to apparel this back-to-school season.

This year alone, more than 60 lenders have exited the federal student loan market and in the private market, most lenders have significantly tightened restrictions or left the business altogether. As students prepare to enter college this fall, it's clear they have not been spared the squeeze of the credit crunch.

All over the country, high-power professionals are trading in their high-paying, high-stress careers, with their 60-hour weeks and $200 ties, for a more fulfilling life. This trend, known as 'downshifting' is catching on, as over-worked professionals seek to find balance in their lives.