My grandson gets zero tolerance (in school), and addicts get a second chance. I understand they do take some second offenders, but screen them very, very carefully.

I think they've learned a lot about difference and tolerance. In school 'retard' is a common, negative term that my oldest daughter, Amy, quickly stopped her friends from using.

I actually only went to high school for six weeks. I lost sleep deciding on what I would wear the next day or who I had to impress. I was just a much more down-to-earth, relaxed person once I decided not to care what people thought of me.

Also, every team, no matter how small the school is, gets a chance to win it.

Back to school is a very important season for retailers because it's one chance in the year when retailers get a shot at parents and kids at the same time. Historically, sports figures have been the big players; now it's a different breed of endorsers taking over.

My calendar is full always. I like keeping busy. High school is the one chance to do all of those experiences you may not be able to do when you are older.