School is back in session — and so are some of your typical parental worries. From separation anxiety to slipping grades, it's not just your child that has to adjust to a new routine.

Make sure you and your favorite student stay ahead of the class: Take a crash course in how to avoid these back-to-school bummers.

• Beat your own back-to-school blues
  
• Ease the kindergarten jitters
  Plus: Mom-tested solutions
  
• Help your child get past separation anxiety
  
• Talk to your grade-schooler about speaking up
  
• Don't let your child's grades fall down the slippery slope
  
• Beware of bullies: What to do to avoid them
  
• Click here for the Clique First-Aid Kit
  
• Find a balance between homework and play
  
• Navigate the jungle that is middle school
  
• Calm your stressed-out student with 10 easy tips