With summer winding down there's only one thing on parents' minds: the new school year. What's on the ever-growing list this year? Is your child changing schools and schedules? Most importantly, are you ready for the next step in education for your young ones?

Whether it's Kindergarten or Senior Year in college, gearing up to go back to school is a big deal, but it is a chance to upgrade your parenting game.

Lifestyle expert Kia Malone chats with PegCityLovely to discuss:

The school essentials that every student needs
Tips and tricks for parents
How you can de-stress and declutter school day mornings


Kia Malone is a familiar face in the media landscape. She has 15+ years of broadcasting experience in both radio and local and national television; most notably as a long-running host of the nationally syndicated morning TV show, 'The Daily Buzz.' She also served as host of, 'Dance League,' on American Sports Network and contributor on 'Hot Topics TV.' As such, Kia is backed by a broad range of experience in front of the camera; delivering everything from news to lifestyle, pop culture and entertainment content. Kia is also a wife, mother to two young children and a force to be reckoned with on the ballroom dance competition circuit.