Balloons are a great addition to any celebratory occasion, and the first day of a new school year is definitely a reason to ...

First day of school jitters are natural for both young learners and parents — especially as California elementary schools are enrolling 4-year-olds in transitional kindergarten.

Teacher aid Johany Villeda comforts kindergarteners Kathy and Brianna on their first day of school Monday, Aug. 28, 20223, at Marvine Elementary School in Bethlehem.