As we all know by now, many of the region's children returned to school this week, and while some of them use the bus, most are ferried to and from by their parents. Each year back-to-school time results in chaos, not only on the thoroughfares leading to each school, but also at the school drop-off and pickup zones. While some schools have designated pick-up and drop-off systems to ensure smooth traffic flow, at others, the chaos is enough to increase anyone's blood pressures. It's not uncommon for parents to park their cars just about anywhere, unperturbed by the crazy kamikaze scene unfolding around them. With this in mind, we have put together a list of suggestions for parents across the region who are battling the school run every day. This first school term runs until December 14. ______________ <strong>Read more:</strong> ______________