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1). Tips for Parents: Starting The School Year Right
Increased parental involvement provides the best foundation for a successful start to the school year.
"Back-to-school offers an opportunity for parents to get to know their children's teachers and be involved in education year-round," said Reg Weaver, president of the National Education Association. "To reach their full potential, students need parents to take an active role in their education.
2). Race Car Drivers Train Teens in Driving Safety
Teens all across the country are learning to be safer drivers, thanks to Driver's Edge, a nonprofit organization developed by professional driver Jeff Payne to address the number of youth-related automobile collisions and fatalities.
The Driver's Edge staff of professional race car drivers and driving instructors will train teens in 15 U.S. cities as part of its annual National Tour.
3). Four Steps to Combat College Stress
You're back to school and trying to balance exams, papers and projects. Meanwhile, the cafeteria food has you homesick for some good cooking, and your roommate's pile of clothes is oozing into your side of the room.
If college stress is more than you can handle, take these tips offered by CyberWize.com, maker of Vital StressX, a supplement designed to help the body cope with stress:
* Get organized.
4). Buying Peace of Mind
With high-end technology and the latest "gotta-have-it" gadgets, life is becoming more complicated by the day.
Consider a typical college student's list of necessities: computer, printer, USB drive, assorted hardware, flat-screen TV, video game console, MP3 player, digital camera and cell phone. So what happens when one of these items breaks down, your college student is hundreds of miles away, and you don't know who to call for repairs?
For many parents, an extended service plan is the answer.
5). Shoe-Shopping Tips for Back-to-School
As the dog days of summer start to dwindle, parents everywhere will scramble to outfit their children for back-to-school. Stores will be inundated with moms and dads in search of the latest fads and fashions for their little ones, and shoes are sure to top the list.
Children's feet change rapidly as they age, so it may be necessary to revisit the shoe store every few months.
6). Internet Banking Means Fewer Hassles for Students
College freshmen face a long list of hassles when they leave home for the first time and move into a dorm or their own apartment. Today, thanks to the growth of Internet-based banks, setting up a checking account for college students is no longer on that list of dreaded tasks.
Internet-based banks, such as NetBank, allow students to set up a checking account from their parents' home with just an e-mail account and a driver's license.
7). Survey: College Students Turn to Internet Banking
In an age of all things electronic, Internet-based banks are gaining ground, especially among college students.
According to a recent survey, 50 percent of college students use online bill-paying services, compared to 28 percent of the general banking population.
"Today's college students represent a new wave of bank customers who will never set foot in a bank branch," said Jerry McCoy, chief marketing executive for NetBank, an Internet-based bank.
8). How Fire-Safe Is Your School?
Gail Minger wishes she had asked more questions about fire safety at her son's school before she sent him off to college. In 1998, Michael Minger, a sophomore, died in a residence hall fire at Murray State University in Kentucky.
"When we visited the campus, we just assumed the residence hall was safe, just like most parents do," she said. "We assumed it had sprinklers.
9). Atkins Funds Teachers Union
The National Education Association, the nation's largest teachers union, has said "yes" to moulah made on diets that say "no" to many fruits and vegetables.
Atkins announced that it was joining forces with the National Education Association to educate children about nutrition, in part by sponsoring a school health Web site.
Or, as Greg Toppo put it so well in his USA Today account of the deal: "The folks who brought back three-egg omelets and triple cheeseburgers want to teach your kids a thing or two about health, nutrition and exercise.
10). Athletics Are the Right Track to Scholastic Success
This year, the nation's largest amateur track series begins its 31st season as young female athletes compete in the Colgate Women's Games.
More than 11,000 girls and women, from first grade to post-college age, will compete in the weekly events at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, N.Y., for the chance to qualify for the finals at Madison Square Garden in February.
11). Middle School Teacher Finds Key to Making Reading Fun
Most teachers have found that getting their students interested in reading is no easy task. But one teacher in Queens Village, N.Y., has found an innovative way to keep students in her sixth-grade class focused and entertained while improving their reading skills.
Bertha Cuascut, a literacy coach at The Jean Nuzzi School, a public middle school, agreed to take part in a pilot program called Read-A-Movie.
12). It's Never Too Early To Save for College
For the majority of Americans, who don't have tens of thousands of dollars lying around, putting together a plan to finance higher education may seem like a daunting task.
However, it doesn't have to be, says Lorna Hill, regional marketing manager of American Education Services.
Hill advises parents and students to do their homework and meet with a financial aid professional to map out a plan.
13). Healthy Vision Improves Kids' Learning Abilities
Notebooks, pens and pencils are the usual necessities for school days, but if parents want to give their kids the best shot at a good learning experience, doctors urge parents not to overlook having their kids' eyes examined and updating their prescription lenses.
According to Madeline Romeu, an optometric physician and vision health educator, 80 percent of learning comes through the eyes during a child's first 12 years.
14). How to Get More Involved In Your Child's Education
A child's education begins at home, but parental involvement doesn't end when that child steps through the school door.
Studies show that children not only do better in school when their parents are involved, they also tend to go further in the education system.
To help you stay connected while your child is in class, many school systems are using a high-speed notification and response service called the Immediate Response Information System, or IRIS.
15). Head Back to School Safely With These Auto Tips
Across America, students are jumping in their cars and driving back to class. What better way to send your students back to school than to arm them with proper car care knowledge and a well-maintained vehicle?
The following tips will help educate drivers about car care and safety basics - an important part of every young driver's education.
* Check the fluids.
16). Start Off the School Year On the Right Foot
It's time for back-to-school shopping, and parents around the country are preparing to help their children put their best foot forward with new shoes.
The American Podiatric Medical Association advises parents wading through the countless styles and fashion trends in children's footwear to remember that comfort should always come first. The APMA offers parents the following shoe-shopping tips.
17). College Students: Don't Forget About Auto Maintenance
College bound? Here is one more item to add to your checklist before heading off to campus this fall: a vehicle checkup.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) recommends that you make sure your vehicle is in good working condition. Unless you are a dedicated do-it-yourselfer, you'll want to find a reputable shop to take care of maintenance and service for you.
18). Recent Survey Shows Need for Credit Education
Just how critical is a good credit score? It is a key factor in determining whether you qualify for a home loan and the interest rate you'll pay.
On a $150,000 home mortgage, a difference of just two percentage points can mean a savings of more than $70,000 in interest over 30 years. Yet a new survey by HSBC indicates that seven in 10 consumers don't know their credit score.
19). Ask Your Doctor to 'Knock Your Socks Off'
Reflexes, blood pressure, eyesight and respiration -all are commonly checked during an annual physical exam. But often overlooked during checkups is what many call "the mirror of your health" - the feet.
The human foot often is the first to show initial signs of severe medical conditions, such as diabetes. That's why the American Podiatric Medical Association is urging those at risk for diabetes to ask for foot exams during their regular checkups.
20). 'No Child Left Behind': What it Means for Parents
The No Child Left Behind Act is a landmark education reform law that is already improving academic performance across the land. One of its chief aims is to close the troubling achievement gap that separates many disadvantaged, disabled and minority students from their peers.
To do this, it measures student performance and focuses extra resources and attention on those most in danger of falling behind.
21). Tips for Back-to-School Shopping on a Budget
Whether your child is starting first grade or heading off to college, back-to-school time can wreak havoc on your wallet. Fortunately, it doesn't have to.
From shopping for clothes and desk accessories to computers and dorm-room furniture, it's important to plan ahead. If you don't, your bills could be sky high. To avoid overspending when shopping for school articles, Bidville.
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