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5 Things to Get Ready to Go Back to School in Acworth

The 2013-14 school year in Acworth is almost here. Are you ready?

With the 2013-14 school year in Acworth and Cobb schools fast approaching on Wednesday, Aug. 7, here's a few things you should know:

Paperwork, Paperwork, Paperwork: Requirements students must meet before going back to school include proof of immunizations and proof of residence

School Bus 411: Cobb County Schools' website has a finder linking addresses to bus routes.

Ride-Alongs: Speaking of school buses, parents of rising Cobb kindergarteners are invited to ride on the school bus on their children's route for a trial run on Aug. 6.

School Meals: School meals this year cost from $1.25 to $2.40. Check out menus, detailed pricing information, nutrition information and featured foods for Cobb schools here.

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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