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Send-off Letters for Our College-Bound Freshmen

As parents, writing a heartfelt send-off letter is one way to share feelings, reflections, and hopes that haven’t yet been fully or clearly expressed. It’s also an opportunity to impart…

ScholarShare 529August 6, 2024

Parenting Senior Student

Essential Money Conversations Before College Drop Off Day

Before college drop-off day, make sure you’ve had an open and honest conversation about the following topics if you haven’t already. 1. The overall cost of college There’s no sense…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.July 8, 2024

Parenting

Change is Inevitable

I have served in higher education for almost 20 years in various settings, from a small private school to a large state school. Through my diverse experiences in student affairs,…

Jason Castles, Ed.D.July 2, 2024

Parenting Videos

Three Tips For College Move-In Day

Three college move-in day tips for parents with teens in their senior year of high school from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there – done…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.June 1, 2024

Parenting

Celebrating Graduates with Overlooked Achievements

For students who have struggled along the way in one way or another, or whose plans are less certain or headline-worthy, it’s possible to feel overshadowed by this season of…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.May 15, 2024

Affording College Parenting

But How are YOU Feeling?

I recently had the opportunity to ask over 1,000 parents who are saving for college about their feelings ̶ were they confident, anxious, or somewhere in the middle and…

Mitchel A. BaumMarch 28, 2024

Parenting Videos

Three Reasons To Talk $$$ With Your Teen

Reasons to talk about saving for college with your teen from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there – done that. FGN-3267044PR-Y1223W

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.March 12, 2024

Skills to teach your teens before they leave for college.

Parenting

100 Skills to Teach Teens Before College

Here are 100 common skills college students need, but don’t always have: Say “no” Set and manage a goal with a timetable and milestones Communicate with professors and teaching assistants…

ScholarShare 529March 1, 2024

Parenting

4 Items to Add to Your College Checklist

With your kid heading to college soon, you’ve created a checklist. It’s long. But here are four items you probably didn’t think to include.

ScholarShare 529March 1, 2024

Parenting Videos

When Your Freshman Calls Freaked Out

How to respond when your kid calls with first-year jitters from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there – done that. FGN-3267044PR-Y1223W

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.February 27, 2024

Parenting Videos

Parent Selfcare

Three self-care tips for parents with teens in their senior year of high school from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there – done that. FGN-3267044PR-Y1223W

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.February 4, 2024

Parenting

Resolutions for Soon-to-be Empty Nesters

Here are five resolutions to guide soon-to-be empty nesters through a transformative year ahead: 1. Reflect on your contributions with pride. While focusing on what’s next for your child, take…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.January 18, 2024

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