<p>I agree that you should bring the bulk of her clothes when you go to parent’s weekend. She will survive just fine with a hoodie/light jacket combo and sweats/jeans for the month of September.</p>
<p>Check with your school to find out when they will start accepting packages. </p>
<p>Go to your local UPS or Post office and learn the “rules” for cost effective shipping. Sometimes using a box an inch or two smaller or a pound or two lighter makes a huge difference in shipping costs. There is one parent on CC who ships a full size roller bag (packed with clothes) for a reasonable rate - I think she does it via FED-Ex. (this does require a place to store the suitcase)</p>