Going back to school is going to be an educational experience for parents, children and teachers alike.

Masks, social distancing, our new “bubbles” — it’s all a new challenge to overcome, but as some retired teachers in Tim Taylor’s story this week say, we’ve got to move along and look toward the future.

That said, it’s entirely reasonable for parents who choose to go the online route this year, at least until things become a bit more clear on how the return to classrooms is working.

Nobody wants to be around large crowds right now, children are no exception to that, so do what makes you feel comfortable.

To all students, parents and teachers, we wish you a safe return, and hope there are no problems.