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Kids Need More Than Child Support

Why is it that some people seem to think their financial responsibility to their children ends as soon as they sign the child support check? I always laugh at people, men and women, I’m not choosing sides, who say, I give him/her child support, what more do they want? Has anyone ever really thought about what it costs to raise a child alone? Just getting a two bedroom apartment instead of a one bedroom is at least $200 more a month, and that is just the beginning of the additional expenses. I know in my situation every time something came … Continue reading →

Questions about Graduations

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Near the end of the school year, many graduations are planned. Students are graduating from preschool, kindergarten, eighth grade, high school, and college. Others are graduating from nursing school, master’s degrees, beauty colleges, and more. In some previous articles, I have discussed the pros and cons of having so many graduations in a child’s academic career. Some people feel that the number of graduations that take place in the early years take away from the meaning that latter graduations serve. Others feel that the early year graduations are cute, enjoyable, and should be continued. Graduations of all types are carried … Continue reading →

Harvard Graduation Ticket Prices Soar!

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The popularity of education has taken a new turn with a recent story that I came across while web-surfing. It seems that tickets for one university graduation may be the lastest demand. Have you checked Ebay lately for Harvard graduation tickets? You might should. They have shown up for sale on Craigslist.com. Students at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts are given a set number of tickets each year to give out to family and friends. The tickets are to be used for supporting graduating loved ones. Tickets are given out to help control the number of people that attend. The … Continue reading →

Too Many Cheers at Graduation

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A graduation of any kind is a joyous time. In most cases, family and friends attend to cheer on and support their graduating loved ones. However, five students at Galesburg High School in Illinois received much unneeded and undesired support from their guests. I came across this story and found it to be a very controversial issue. The policy at Galesburg High School prohibits cheering at the graduation ceremony. Students and parents were required to sign a statement saying that they would not cause a disturbance at the commencement ceremony. The school’s policy was created after the graduation ceremony of … Continue reading →

Love Day Photo Projects

Don’t waste a photo like this. Family pictures that showcase love are ideal to feature in Valentine’s Day photo projects. Fortunately, you don’t have to channel Martha Stewart to create stunning works of art to present to your sweetheart on Love Day. If you are craft challenged, then simply select a slew of your favorite family photos and display them in a shadow box. All you have to do is attach a series of pictures to the back panel of the shadow box frame with acid-free glue, add a couple of embellishments or personal mementos with pushpins, and you’ve got … Continue reading →

School Pictures

Sometimes it seems like my child’s school is a money pit. From school clothes and supplies to pictures and field trips, there is always something that will dent your budget. I am always looking for ways to stretch my dollar just a little bit farther, living on one income can mean lots of sacrifices but you don’t have to sacrifice everything, you just have to get a little creative. Take school pictures, those packages are such a waste of money. You always wind up with more pictures than you need in sizes you don’t want, and to make matters worse, … Continue reading →

End of the School Year Treats

The school year is winding down for kids across the country. For students, this means days filled with field trips and parties. For parents, it means remembering to make or buy treats for those end of the school year celebrations. If you are looking for simple, affordable and tasty snacks to contribute to your children’s school gathering, consider making the following cookie recipes. They don’t require a lot of skill… or money. COCONUT OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES Ingredients: 4 Tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, softened 3 Tablespoons coconut oil 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Colorado A-Ch

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. ACE: (Aurora, Colorado, Eclectic) Homeschoolers Serving the Area of: Aurora, Centennial, DTC, Green Valley Ranch Non-Directed, inclusive, social and … Continue reading →

Alabama Homeschool Groups and Resources H-M

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. This installment is Alabama H-M. Heritage Academy of Fyffe Higher Ground Academy E-mail: Olwomanintheshoe@aol.com Highlands Homeschoolers Homeschool ARK This … Continue reading →

California Homeschool Groups and Resources G-I

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. In California, homeschoolers are required to register under and umbrella school or to start a private school to homeschool. … Continue reading →