4 Ways to Ensure a Successful Start to School
Starting school for the first time can be anxiety-provoking (for both kids and parents)—but it doesn’t have to be. We talked to the pros to find out how parents can set their kids up for [Read More]
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How Students Can Get Free Money
The FAFSA deadline is almost here, and high school graduates are preparing for the next four years of their life. According to data from the Department of Education, 25% of FAFSA forms are abandoned mid-process [Read More]
Two Alabama Students Named 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. The Alabama scholars [Read More]
The Impact of Homeschooling on Girls’ Education Outcomes
Homeschooling can be a viable solution for many girls around the world who have challenges when it comes to education; however, it’s important to look into the potential impact this type of education may have [Read More]
PARENTS: How to Prepare for College Payday
Many students are finally deciding which college they’ll be heading to in the fall, or even in 2024. However, although students may get accepted to every school they’ve applied for, it’s not always possible financially [Read More]
Do’s & Don’ts for Helping Adult Children Financially
It can be counterproductive to offer unlimited monetary or other kinds of support to otherwise mature adults. Even cosigning on a college loan can be fraught with potential hazards for a parent’s credit health. While [Read More]
Summer Boost in Birmingham in the Summer of 2023
Bloomberg Philanthropies and New Schools for Alabama today announced the launch of Summer Boost in Birmingham in the summer of 2023. Summer Boost is a program to support summer learning at public charter schools for rising first [Read More]
UAB Launches STEM Initiative in Elementary Schools
The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is lending its expertise to promote STEM fields in area elementary schools. STEM consists of the disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. “We’re joining the effort to [Read More]
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Five Alabama Schools Named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools
The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Secretary Cardona made the announcement during his Road to Success Back to School bus tour. The [Read More]