Archive for July, 2009

Invest in Your Child’s Future with a 529 College Savings Plan

There are many savings plans out there aimed at helping with education expenses, including Coverdell education savings accounts, custodial accounts, 529 college savings plans, trusts and personal savings accounts.

College Tuition News for Military Families

For periods of enrollment that begin after July 1, 2009, members of the armed forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard) on active duty for a period of more than 30 days and his or her spouse, or his or her dependent children will be eligible to receive in-state tuition at public colleges and universities in the state where they reside or are permanently stationed.

IEP Survival Guide

As a parent, if your idea of preparing for an IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting involves doing push-ups and watching a Rocky movie marathon, maybe it is time to rethink your approach.

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Crystal Coast Parent Coloring Sheets

Crystal Coast Parent offers free downloads of coloring sheets for kids. So get out your crayons and markers, and print out your favorite coloring sheet (or two)! Check back often for newly added and special holiday coloring sheets! Have fun from Crystal Coast Parent magazine!

P.S. For those kids who are expert colorers, print and color your favorite Crystal [...]

Time to Talk: Bullying Hurts

Bullying occurs when a student is repeatedly harmed, psychologically and/or physically, by another student or a group of students.

The Military Spouse’s Job

No matter where life takes you as a military spouse, and no matter what you do, you will make a positive impact.

Taking the Leap: College for Working Parents

The recession has driven hundreds of thousands of adults to start or return to college. Even prior to the recession, the phenomenon of adult education has been in full swing.

Dollars & Sense: Helping Kids Understand the Value of Money

You are out shopping with your child when they spot a new toy they want badly. How many times on this occasion have you asked your child, “Can you afford it?”

School Liaisons: Serving Our Smallest Heros

The average military child moves six to nine times between their K-12 years of school. With every move they experience new teachers, peers, curriculum and extra-curricular activities.