The clock is ticking

FALLBROOK — It’s almost time for school to start again! While some students will feel excited to embark on a new school year, others will be disappointed that summer is over. Some kids feel nervous or even a little scared on the first day of school because of all the new things they will encounter: new teachers, new friends and maybe even a new school.

The first day back

Most teachers begin the new school year by introducing themselves and talking about all the exciting things the students will do that year. Some teachers give students a chance to tell something about themselves to the rest of...