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Children are prime targets for identity theft because their Social Security numbers are unused. Here’s how to protect your child’s SSN and vital records with free, simple steps.

A practical 2026-2027 back-to-school checklist covering the documents most districts require to enroll your child, plus how to quickly replace a missing birth certificate.