The alarm clock shatters the silence, signaling the start of a new academic year. Students scramble to get ready, donning their freshly ironed uniforms, and clutching their brand-new backpacks. The air is electric with anticipation as they hurry to grab a quick breakfast, often consisting of cereal, toast, or a hurried bowl of oatmeal. As they rush out the door, parents offer last-minute words of encouragement, accompanied by a gentle push to get them moving.