UA offers to make college education affordable Aug 27, 2008
Some 150 students, parents and educators were already sold on the value of a higher education when they showed up at Nogales High School on Aug. 21 for a college planning session. Many of them probably wondered how they would pay for it - a year at the University of Arizona costs about 14,354, according to its Office of Student Financial Aid. (Nogales International, AZ)
College Bills Might Be Clearer, Never Cheaper: John F. Wasik Aug 25, 2008
People are so caught up in branding,'' says , a certified college planning specialist in Norwalk, Connecticut. They don't care what it costs. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Close the opportunity gap Aug 14, 2008
Most students do not have a professional or high-skilled worker within their own families who can guide them in career and college planning. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test scores measuring student achievement demonstrate with crushing clarity that family income - which is directly related to educational attainment and family stability - drives learning and school success. (Florida Times-Union)
United SA is working to help more families save for college Aug 7, 2008
The college planning software, called College Central, is designed to help its members understand investment and college savings options and tax implications for 529 plans. It also includes interactive calculators and projectors and a scholarship search engine. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
The College Tax Breaks Superpage Aug 6, 2008
Wednesday August 6, 2008 9:56 AM ET. Investing for College. (SmartMoney)
10 Things College Financial Aid Offices Won't Tell You Aug 5, 2008
"If you went to an auto dealership and threw yourself across the hood of a car and told them you would do anything to have that car, you're not in a very good negotiating position," says Linda P. Taylor, a certified college planning specialist in Agoura Hills, Calif. If aid is your top priority, you're better off skipping early decision. (SmartMoney)
Holliston teacher is new assistant principal in Dedham Jul 30, 2008
The staff members will meet with their group during school once or twice each month to discuss academic skills, college planning and other topics, with the aim of giving students more individual attention, Santamaria said. Daily News staff writer Lindsey Parietti can be reached at lindsey. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Casper briefs Jul 21, 2008
The Community College Planning Task Force will meet at 8:30 a.m. Thursday and Friday at the UW Outreach building, 951 N. Poplar. This is the group's third meeting as it researches and presents recommendations on the existing community college system and its components before the 2009 legislative session. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
AHS guidance counselor retires after more than three decades Jun 21, 2008
Maybe 30 years ago I spent my day educationally planning, college planning, career planning but in the last decade I ve found each year I m spending more and more time with their emotional needs. In the past decade the amount of stress that adolescents experience and are subjected to each day has increased and made their lives more difficult. (Abington Mariner, MA)
Pastry particularly pleasing to Miss. cookoff panelists Jun 16, 2008
Hendrick is director of college planning for the Education Services Foundation, Mississippi's not-for-profit resource for college planning. She used her whole hour and a half to perfect her pastry that calls on Mississippi-grown ingredients like sweet potatoes, onions, garlic, peas and pepper jelly. (The Clarion-Ledger)
New program designed to get students thinking about future Jun 12, 2008
This makes (college planning) easier, she said. It opens up a lot of doors for those conversations. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
ACHS Class of 2008 graduates 162 Jun 12, 2008
Thursday June 12, 2008. Times-Virginian (434) 352-8215 Phone (434) 352-2216 Fax P.O. Box 2097 589 Court Street Appomattox VA 24522. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Citizenship no guaranteethat spouse can follow to US Jun 10, 2008
Citizenship no guarantee that spouse can follow to US - The Boston Globe. Local Search Site Search. (Boston Globe)
Naviance and TuitionCoach Work Together to Help Parents and Students Find Ways to Make College Affordable May 27, 2008
TuitionCoach's college cost calculator Personalized tips for reducing college costs Easy-to-use electronic financial aid worksheets Financial aid analyzer E-mail consultation A college planning calendar that reminds students when financial aid and other forms are due A comprehensive dictionary of financial aid and other important college search terms. "By working with Naviance and integrating our tools with their innovative secondary school software, we can deliver unique features that will help... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Wrigley Field to Host the 2008 Under Armour All-America Baseball Game May 24, 2008
Baseball Factory provides baseball players nationwide with the very best instruction, tournament competition, and college planning and guidance. Baseball Factory has developed programs to provide players, parents, high school coaches, college coaches, and professional scouts with year round advice and training so that they all can benefit from Baseball Factory's longstanding relationships in the baseball community. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Va. woman documents disaster with her camera May 22, 2008
Chappell, who grew up in Newport News, went to college planning to become a teacher. But she found herself drawn to jobs that offered her the chance to get her hands dirty, to sweat a little. (USA Today -- Weather)
Experts on call, can offer advice on money May 8, 2008
Among various licenses and professional designations, Elley is a certified college planning specialist and a certified long-term care specialist. Michelle Evard. (AZCentral -- Business)
Kish College planning a birthday bash Apr 21, 2008
Log in to daily-chronicle. By Dennis Hines Chronicle News Group. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Lenders Abandon Students Apr 18, 2008
But today, Gary Carpenter, a certified college planning specialist in Syracuse, N.Y., is advising his first-year student clients to start contacting lenders as soon as they choose a school. (The acceptance deadline at most schools is May 1. (SmartMoney)
Sam Houston High News Apr 9, 2008
Help with college planning. Campus Door is a program designed to help students with college planning and financial aid. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)
Coolidge Corner gets a touch of class Apr 4, 2008
Saturday, April 12, The basics of college planning and financial aid considerations. Edward Jones, S.S. Pierce Building, 1330 Beacon St., Suite 242, 10 a.m.. (Brookline TAB, MA)
College bound: Are you in? Mar 29, 2008
I feel strongly that my children must begin to set their own path for life and I have not interfered with their college planning except to serve as a consultant. The financial restrictions are also part of the bargain. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Missoula YWCA offers financial planning workshops for women Mar 24, 2008
I just think the YWCA is such a worthwhile cause and I want to help draw attention to everything it does for our community, said Carlino, who will speak about college planning. The cost of the college education is inflating at a higher rate than the general economy. (Missoulian, MT)
Navigating enrollment discourages many students from pursuing aspirations Mar 21, 2008
Students with marginal qualifications were much more likely to enroll in a school that matched their qualifications if they had college planning discussions with someone at their school. While the rising costs of four-year colleges have made it increasingly difficult to deliver on the dream of a college education for all low-income students, the research also suggests that high schools and universities can take concrete steps to improve college enrollment and match more students to the right... (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Morse, Stiles renovations search for the right angles Mar 3, 2008
BEN BOKSER/YH A dreary Stiles awaits impending facelift from city and college planning committees. early 50 years ago, Yale was facing a decision quite similar to the one that is being hotly debated today. (Yale Herald, CT)
9 Ways to Get More Financial Aid Feb 28, 2008
"Applying to college is like dating," says John Pearson, a CPA and certified college planning specialist based in Norwalk, Conn. "The more interest you express, the less the other party feels they have to do to attract you." Schools note everything from where they rank on your SAT list of applicant schools to the number of visits you make to campus and even how enthusiastic you seem during tours. (SmartMoney)
Badeaux sent to state prison from local jail Feb 22, 2008
Last Updated on Friday, Feb 01, 2008 - 02:09:19 pm CST. BY JEFF MOORE THE DAILY IBERIAN Published/Last Modified on Friday, February 1, 2008 2:09 PM CST. (New Iberia, LA)
Teens test sterotypes Feb 7, 2008
While the discussions continued, other teens took part in workshops on such serious topics as Latino gangs and college planning, as well as whimsical workshops such as salsa dancing and personal spa treatments. Sessions throughout the day included presentations on forestry careers, nutrition and exercise science and teen sexuality. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Time to consider your student's FAFSA. Meeting Feb. 13 at MVHS Feb 1, 2008
The ICAN College Planning Centers in West Des Moines, Iowa, and in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, provide free information and support to a diverse population of students and their families as they plan their postsecondary education and apply for financial aid. ICAN also exists to improve access to and success in postsecondary education for disadvantaged and first-generation students. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
New, improved OAHS nears completion Jan 25, 2008
Included is a conference room for large group instruction on college planning or future planning in general. A bright multi-purpose library is scheduled to be up and running by April vacation and is outfitted with a computer lab of 27 new computers courtesy of the Foundation for Excellence in Education in Easton (FEEE). (Easton Journal, MA)
Republicans outnumber Democrats by 45000 in 5th District Jan 21, 2008
Republicans outnumber Democrats by 45,000 in 5th District (Centre Daily Times)
Early college planners meet Jan 17, 2008
Winchester High School s Guidance Department is holding an Early College Planning Night for parents of juniors on Tuesday, Jan. 22. The workshop will be held at 7 p.m. in the WHS auditorium. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
David McPherson on Personal Finance Jan 11, 2008
"This is absolutely the time to begin complete the FAFSA," said Timothy M. Hayes, a Pittsford, N.Y., financial planner who specializes in college planning. The absolute deadline for filing the FAFSA varies by state. (ABC News -- Business)
TECH PREP EXCELLENCE Jan 11, 2008
The Consortium, which is a collaboration of educational entities that work together in coordination with business and industry to implement Tech Prep programs, recognizes one Gulf Coast school district each year for its efforts in assisting students in career assessment and college planning, and in moving more students into post-secondary education options. FBISD currently has more than 6,000 students enrolled in Tech Prep programs. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)
Looking for parenting advice? Jan 10, 2008
Feb. 6 College Planning: We ll discuss the rising costs of college and what you can do today to make it possible in the years to come. PROGRAMS Introducing AVAFN Helping Hands. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
College awareness month on O ahu Jan 4, 2008
Free college planning guides from Gear Up Hawaii and EdFund have been distributed to all public schools to encourage the celebration of college awareness month in classrooms. Public service announcements about the affordability and value of higher education will be featured in local radio, television and print ads made possible by the Hawaii State Teachers Association, University of Hawaii Federal Credit Union and Office of Hawaiian Affairs. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Help Your Kid, Give Financial Planning Gift: Jane Bryant Quinn Dec 20, 2007
Other issues on their plate include savings plans, choosing among employee benefits, picking good investments for their 401(k)s, college planning for their children, assessing the need for life insurance and drawing up a will. They also need help with priorities -- which of their many goals should they work on first. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: Auction donations needed Dec 19, 2007
CARMEL VALLEY -- Kathleen Johnson, a certified college planning specialist with National College Funding Strategies Inc. and author of "The Parents' Guide to Financial Aid and College Funding," will hold a college funding workshop from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 10 in Room 309 of Torrey Pines High School, 3710 Del Mar Heights Road. Offered through the San Dieguito Union High School District's Adult Education program, the session is titled "Show Me the Money -- for College" and is part of a series of... (North County Times)
Mutual Funds &Personal Finance Dec 15, 2007
Not designating an appropriate successor account owner is a major mistake, says Susan T. Bart, a law partner at Sidley Austin in Chicago who writes a monthly college planning column for Morningstar. If you die without a named successor, your 529 accounts probably pass to your estate. (Investors Business Daily)
More of this story Dec 13, 2007
Do not have a clear understanding of real estate ages, college planning, bargain buying, credit reports, etc. Do not understand stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or how to invest for your future. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
M-P Board discusses future financial needs Nov 16, 2007
The presentation is provided by the College Planning Center from Des Moines. Kalona News 2007. (Kalona News, IA)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: College funding is workshop topic Nov 14, 2007
ENCINITAS -- Kathleen Johnson, a certified college planning specialist with National College Funding Strategies Inc. and author of "The Parents' Guide to Financial Aid and College Funding," will hold a college funding workshop from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 17 in Room AE-1 at San Dieguito Academy, 800 Santa Fe Drive. Offered through the San Dieguito Union High School District's Adult Education program, the session is the first in a series of workshops designed to teach parents how to maximize financial... (North County Times)
Council rezones for new hotel property Nov 6, 2007
Council President Cathy Dauler said she was looking forward to the hotel providing a "balance with the student apartments in the area." Dauler also said the project would be the first in the CID zoning that will be funded wholly by private interests, something she said State College Planning Commission had in mind when originally conceiving the CID zoning. However, council member Don Hahn, the lone member to vote against the changes, said he was on the planning commission when the CID zoning was... (Daily Collegian, PA)
Blythe gets special delivery for some special kids Nov 3, 2007
The focus will be graduation/promotion requirements and college planning, and will include a financial aid information session. Call the school at 980-343-3840 for more details. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
If schools think your child is college material, use that to leverage financial aid Nov 2, 2007
According to John Pearson, a certified college planning specialist and certified public accountant based in Norwalk, Conn. universities then hire enrollment consultants to create marketing campaigns. (Boston Globe)
Leverage College Aid When Children Are in Demand: John F. Wasik Oct 30, 2007
According to John Pearson, a certified college planning specialist and certified public accountant based in Norwalk, Connecticut, universities then hire enrollment consultants to create marketing campaigns. They ``target students of academic quality that live in zip codes that will most likely yield the targeted expected family contribution needed to meet the college's financial goals. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Financial help classes to be held at St. Thomas Oct 27, 2007
Topics covered include saving for emergencies, budgeting, relationship and money issues, buying big bargains, getting out of debt, understanding investments, understanding insurance, retirement and college planning, buyer beware, real estate mortgages, and careers and extra jobs. Each class participant needs a kit. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Collegiate registrars to have area meeting Oct 25, 2007
The Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers will be having a college planning conference for high school and transfer students from 9 to 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 30, at Chapman High School, 400 W. Fourth. Juniors and seniors and their parents are invited, said Chapman's Julie Hamel, who is helping to organize the event. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
East High plans Financial Aid Night Oct 24, 2007
College Planning Center representatives will be available to answer individual questions about the FAFSA form after their presentation. Admissions representatives from Western Iowa Tech Community College, Briar Cliff, Morningside, Iowa, Iowa State, University of Northern Iowa, University of South Dakota and Wayne State will have informational tables set up throughout the evening. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Reaching the Next Level of Your Business Oct 24, 2007
But when he began marketing the fact that he was a full-service wealth advisor who could help clients with retirement plans, estate plans, college planning, business planning and even help them obtain advantageous loans through his broker-dealer, he achieved the next level of business success. He answered clients' needs before they even voiced them and became their partner. (Entrepreneur)
Borough should consider rezoning Oct 15, 2007
HFL had a reason to be mad: In September, the State College Planning Commission voted not to rezone the 200 block of East College Avenue, where the company had just bought up a building, 256 E. Beaver Ave., which includes Canyon Pizza and SoZo. By not rezoning the block, a decision which the council is expected to confirm at a meeting this evening, HFL cannot follow through on its intention for buying the building in the first place -- to turn it a 250-resident student apartment building. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Regional calendar Oct. 4 edition Oct 6, 2007
org, or call John DeLorey, College Planning Services, 978-462-1666. Concert Jenks Senior Center, Pond View Room, 109 Skillings Road, Winchester. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Time is now to start financial aid process Oct 3, 2007
To get a full picture of the financial aid process, Croteau recommends parents attend Stoneham High School s college planning seminar, scheduled for Dec. 6 in the school s cafeteria. Representatives from the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA), a nonprofit state organization, will present the process from A to Z, Croteau said. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Hancock College planning ‘Women and money' seminar Oct 2, 2007
Hancock College planning Women and money' seminar ... Hancock College planning Women and money' seminar. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Caught in the middle: Still raising kids and starting to take care of parents Oct 2, 2007
But one area that can go either way is college planning. Saving is one option, and it can be worth the sacrifice because a college degree enhances a youngster's earning capacity. (AZCentral -- Business)
Terrell SAT scores fall below state, national averages Sep 22, 2007
All students at THS are also involved in an advisory program this year that offers tools for careers, college planning, goal setting, test preparation and other topics to increase student success, Clevenger said. he Terrell High School staff is committed to ensuring our students reach their goals and beyond, she said. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Retired Educators group meeting at Shoney's Sep 17, 2007
Information sessions presented in English include Bright Futures Scholarship Program, Federal Financial Aid, College Planning, College Planning with FACTS.org, Writing the College Admissions Essay, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Scholarship Tips and Using the Web. Information sessions presented in Spanish include Federal Financial Aid, College Planning, and Scholarship Tips. (Florida Times-Union)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Be prepared for a disaster Sep 11, 2007
College planning workshop set. SAN MARCOS -- The city's Community Services Department will offer a workshop for parents of school-age children called "Help Your Kids Succeed in College -- Starting Now!" from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 20 at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive. (North County Times)
University of Iowa Is the First in Iowa to Partner with ConnectEdu to Deploy Connect!, An Integrated College and Career Planning Solution Aug 30, 2007
(R), University of Iowa will lead the state initiative to support Iowa high school students, parents and guidance counselors in the college planning and application process, while modernizing admissions. University of Iowa joins a national network of high schools, community colleges, colleges and universities that have embraced the unique web-based service to simplify the "going to college" process for everyone engaged in student success. (PR Newswire)
Finance 101 for College Freshmen Aug 30, 2007
Send news tip to FOXNews. Stock and Fund Search. (Fox News)
No crisis of faith Aug 30, 2007
It also operates two nonreligious magazines: College Planning & Management (27,000 circulation) and School Planning & Management (48,000). Peter Li officials discovered the best time to reach out to parents is Sunday morning. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Higher Ground Aug 24, 2007
And Amanda Muoz, 14 years old and just finished with an afternoon volleyball practice, wouldnt have received her desired head start on college planning. I know what I want to be more now, Muoz said. (Odessa American, TX)
Gain hope for financial future with classes at Timber Lake Christian Church Aug 17, 2007
Retirement and college planning. Buyer beware. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Don't count on home equity loans for tuition Aug 17, 2007
Next Step magazine, based in Rochester, N.Y., a college planning magazine for high school students, did a survey this year that showed that only 12. 1 percent of parents had saved more than $25,000 for their children's college costs, and 52. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Look out, TV Aug 15, 2007
Other factoids include: 96 percent of students with online access use social networking tech, whether applications or sites; more than 1 in 5 post message board comments daily; and almost 60 percent said they discuss education topics online such as college planning and careers while about half say they discuss schoolwork. That last may not win over some parents who have asked What are you doing with that computer. (The Palm Beach Post)
