Latina Moms | Daughters
After doing a recent television segment on the issue of college prepayment plans and college investment accounts I received an avalanche of inquiries from parents wanting more information that what can be conveyed in four minutes. If you’ve been wanting to know more about how to save for your child’s college education, here’s the 411 [...]
Despite frigid temperatures and unexpected snow in some parts of the country, now’s the time to start thinking summer—camps that is. Summer camps are one of the best ways to keep kids physically engaged and intellectually stimulated when they are out of school. For many moms, sending their kids to summer camp is unthinkable. On [...]
If paying for college is one of the most important considerations you have regarding your child’s education, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your gateway into scholarships, subsidized student loans and a host of options that can help cover the costs of higher education. The trick is that this form needs to [...]
Helping your child with his or her 3rd grade math assignment may have been a cinch; it may have even given you a little ego boost. But as your kids progress to higher grades, things will get far more difficult—for child and parent alike. Not only is it completely embarrassing when you don’t understand your [...]
If you are looking for a job or to advance in your career your resume represents you. That means, it is your one chance to get your foot in the door. So when it’s filled with errors or difficult to read, you can bet the person reviewing it will quickly toss it out. Although it [...]
In many wealthy suburban schools the term “helicopter parent” elicits headaches in teachers and principals. It refers to parents who are so involved with their kids’ education that they seem to be always hovering above them. Yes, this is probably overkill and I’m not suggesting that you adopt this practice. But I will suggest that [...]
There’s no question that your kids need you to help them prepare for college. The earlier your whole family starts focusing on your children’s college career, the bigger the chances that they’ll attend and graduate college. When you talk to moms who have several generations of college graduates in their families, you find several common [...]
If you’re determined to get a promotion, raise or even a better job this year, one thing you must ask yourself is: “How can I improve my employment opportunities?” Thankfully, it may be easier than you think to stack the deck in your favor. Here are a few suggestions to get you noticed on the [...]
Attending a new school is a nerve-wracking experience for most kids. But a mid-year school transfer can be even more traumatic. After all, when you show up as the new kid in the middle of the year, all eyes are on you. And being the new kid, there’s always the fear that you won’t fit [...]
It’s no secret that women face a multitude of challenges in the workforce. Now a recent study by Catalyst confirms that working women are often evaluated on their performance while men are rewarded for their potential. In other words, ladies, you have to prove yourself to your employer. One way to do that is to [...]
