AUGUST You're heading into a good time for getting off to a fresh new start. Think of things in terms of a good game of beach limbo. Have loads of fun, but be flexible and continue to lower the bar to challenge yourself! No problem, mon.

SEPTEMBER Virgo gal, life sure is grand! Maybe even better than ever. Bask in the sunshine that is your current existence. Just be careful not to get burned. The secret? Surround yourself with plenty of loved ones. They are the SPF of life.

SCHOOLCAST Look inside yourself often, and you're quite likely to discover some made skills our never even knew you had. Yes, your awesome creativity and vivid imagination kick into super-high gear this year. And don't expect to be a closet artiste--your talents definitely don't go unnoticed by the people around you. Shine, shine, shine!

Libra 9/23-10/23

AUGUST A situation that might have you totally spazzed out at first will probably turn out to be for the best. Hang on for a bumpy ride, but remember that Easy Street is just up ahead.

SEPTEMBER If you really want to grow from within, reach out! Look into signing up for some do-good volunteer stuff. Besides, you'll need the community service hours for school.

SCHOOLCAST Your secret to school success? Knowing your limits and not taking on too much. Pick and choose. You don't need to do flag squad and dance committee and student government and chess club and yearbook staff and swim team and...

Scorpio 10/24-11/22

AUGUST Pushing yourself to athletic extremes is often admirable, Miss Sporto. But set smart boundaries, OK? Safety first, Scorp. You want trophies, not strained tendons and stress fractures.

SEPTEMBER You'll likely become a huge source of support for needy friends this month. Go ahead, and let 'em lean on you. That's what friends are for. Just be careful not to get overly involved in stuff that's not your biz-nor your prob.

SCHOOLCAST Although the school year could start out seemingly uneventful, your day is surely coming. Your smarts and scholastic strengths are about to be recognized in a big way.

Sagittarius 11/23-12/21

AUGUST Want to say something to your crush or BF? Don't blurt it out! Choose your words very carefully, and once is enough. If subtly put, your message should sink into that boy's brain.