	Discovering financial aid opportunities in the current economy If you are still searching for that silver lining in the present economic doldrums, going back to school this year might be the remedy for you. Whether you are a first-time freshman or a returning student looking for a new degree to move your career forward, for many the timing could not be better.
	'Subpar' economy to spur increased college enrollments in 2010 With millions of jobs lost in 2009, unemployment rates were at their highest in decades. But does the new year bring a brighter future? Economists project a "subpar growth" for 2010.
	Degrees that will make you indispensable in the workplace From digitizing and analyzing America's health records to developing the next big video game or hardware program, careers in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields continue to gain prominence in the work force. As employment opportunities within these new and emerging industries continue to expand, educational institutions are taking a look at refining curriculums to provide career-focused higher education, and better prepare students for careers in specific fields.
	Plumbing the depths of a top 50 in-demand job Plumbing is among the top 50 occupations for job stability, median wage and anticipated demand, according to careervoyages.com, a Web site jointly maintained by the departments of Labor and Education.
	Decode the SAT and ACT tests and prep for success Get good grades, graduate high school, go to your dream college - sounds simple, right? It can be, as long as research and preparation are paired with your hard work and ambition. One of the key ways college admissions staff determines how you stack up to other college-bound hopefuls are standardized test scores, namely the SAT test and the ACT test, along with the other elements of your application package. Those who score highest on the SAT and ACT tests have a distinct advantage amid tough competition to enter the nation's top colleges and universities. It makes sense to do your homework on the SAT test and the ACT test and learn how to ace them.
	Five vital skills for kids and tips for teaching them It's no surprise that mothers want the best for their children, but are they setting the bar too high when it comes to their own expectations of themselves as parents? One in three mothers admit to setting expectations for themselves as parents that are "unrealistic."
	Don't be a victim of campus crime It's no secret. In small towns and large cities across the country, colleges and universities are magnets for crime, both on and off campus. While students may feel relatively safe at college, the reality is that at some point in their college careers, many college students will become a victim of a crime.
	Chemicals in schools: Is safety part of the equation? When it comes to school safety and student health, our kids deserve the best protection possible. These days, schools have programs related to everything from gun violence to obesity prevention; but how safe are our nation's schools when it comes to protecting kids from dangerous chemicals?
	The surprising, rewarding path many career changers are following Trust in ever-resourceful and adaptable Americans to create opportunities to improve their own lives, and the lives of others, from the shambles of the economy. With unemployment rates still making news, many Americans are finding new ways to make a living, turning layoffs into launch pads for new careers.
	Make your family's education as debt-free as possible Whether you intend to send your child off to college or plan to pursue an academic or vocational path for yourself, reducing student debt load makes good financial sense, especially since the sticker shock of almost all kinds of post-secondary education can be daunting.
	Help available for people living with diabetes It's a long drive out to the rural diabetes clinic where she makes her educational presentations, but Janie Burmester knows that the work she's doing can have a huge impact on people's lives. Burmester is one of about 15,000 Certified Diabetes Educators in the United States. CDEs are health professionals, certified by the National Certification Board of Diabetes Educators, who teach self-management techniques to patients diagnosed with diabetes.
	Switching schools midyear? More parents going virtual to ease transition Every year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, roughly 2 million American families with children move - and their children switch schools. In addition, as more school options are becoming available to parents, a growing number of families who aren't moving their homes are nonetheless changing their children's schools midyear. Parents who do so are often seeking to give their child a "fresh start" for a variety of reasons: a student who's bored, or one who's not getting the individualized attention he needs. Student health or social issues can also be factors.
	Obama's stimulus bill includes huge student aid investments The Obama administration has set forth an extensive bill designed to get the economy out of the recession and moving again. This $70 billion bill has a large portion directed toward students and investing in their education.
	Knowing 'net price' is now essential in college planning Planning for college is fraught with uncertainty about everything from which college and major to choose to how to much it will really cost. With nearly 70 percent of high school students enrolling in higher education programs after graduation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, millions of students and their families are overwhelmed and looking for guidance about what their options are.
	10 scary myths about the law Did you know that you don't have to be legally drunk to be arrested for driving under the influence? That there are many ways to break a contract or that if you receive a ticket and there's an error on it, it's still valid? Not knowing the law in some of life's most common legal situations can lead to unexpected expenses, substantial penalties or could put yourself and others at risk.
	You can find money to pay for college In a competitive job market, earning a degree can be the biggest single step one can take to enhance career value and earning potential. As many bask in the glow of making plans to increase their career potential, the prospect of paying for college is a sobering reality.