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  • Successfully preparing and planning for college begins in high school. Throughout the duration of high school, students can give themselves the best advantage for attending college by studying...

     
  • Despite continued improvement in the national economy, many working-age people in the United States are still looking for work. News headlines about cutbacks and layoffs may present a grim picture...

     
  • Vocational schools, once a popular avenue for post-high school career centered training, have in recent decades seen a decline in popularity. However, due to the economic struggles of the past few...

     
  • Every college student, or their parents, has filled out the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This form is filled out every year online and is a simple form that determines your...

     
  • Studnet loan debt, or school loan debt can be extremely intimidating, particularly when you compare it to regular starting salaries. Lenders are well aware of the fact that you won't make much...

     
  • Too often people wait to plan their careers until they are about to graduate from school. To ensure that you are properly prepared for your future career though, you really need to start career...

     

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  • Fixing up an classic car? Make sure you can get ahold of the original production sheets - also known as spec sheets - if you're considering recreating the original specifications for your classic. Many consider this to be the one true way to restore classic automobiles.

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How a Mother Influenced Her Daughter's Education Career

In Chapter 5 of 9, education psychometrician Diana Wilmot shares how her mother's support and education career have impacted her own ambition and career in education. Wilmot starts young watching her mom teach high school English and interacting with a family focused on education careers. From applying to Northwestern University to deciding on Berkeley for graduate studies, Wilmot's mother has been a constant encouraging force for her daughter.