Experts offer advice on coping with back-to-school anxiety 'Exercise is so important, along with getting out of the house,' therapist says Back-to-school season is here, and for many families so are the first day of school jitters. and last updated 2021-07-29 19:57:01-04 PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. â Back-to-school season is here, and for many families so are the first day of school jitters. The Palm Beach County School District will return to class on Aug. 10, and mental health experts say now is the time to sit down with your children and make sure their transition is as smooth as possible.