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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — As the summer winds down, parents and students in central North Carolina are gearing up for the return to school.
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Many traditional students will be heading back to the classroom next week, with the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools set to welcome them next Monday, Aug. 24.
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(Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools) 
(Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools) 
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Officials encourage parents to ensure their children are ready for the first day by double-checking school supplies and adhering to any health and safety guidelines.
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