20 School Hacks Smart Moms Use to Make the School Year Run Smoother

The start of the new school year is an exciting time, but it's also an overwhelming one. Each year, the schoolwork gets harder and there are bigger responsibilities for your kids. Every back-to-school season, you have to figure out a new schedule and settle into a new routine. So, every bit of time-saving, life-smoothing advice can be a huge help. Whether it's heading out the door on time, keeping all those papers organized, or stepping closer to the ultimate goal of having your kids take over their morning/night routines themselves, these parent-approved back-to-school hacks make re-entry much easier.