Many school forms require personal and sensitive information. Here are some tips for keeping your child’s personal information safe — from pre-school through college.
Safeguard your child’s Social Security number (SSN). Don’t carry your...You are here
As summer winds down, it’s time for back-to-school shopping. Here are some tips to help you save time and money.
Get the teacher-approved list. Many teachers have lists of items they want their students to have. Take an inventory of clothing...Over the past several years, sales of electronic cigarettes have grown rapidly, especially among youth. They currently are the fastest growing part of the tobacco market.
Unlike traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes are generally battery-...
No doubt, there are a lot of talented kids out there. Aspiring young actors, singers, dancers, models and other artists often network to find auditions, casting calls and other professional opportunities. Online talent search companies often...
If you’re a high school or college student, or their parent, it’s nearly time for the 2018-19 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, which becomes available October 1, 2017.
Completing the FAFSA form is free, and it gives...
The FTC offers free materials to help people understand money issues. So when teachers from across the country meet annually to improve their own financial literacy, and increase their ability to teach personal finance in school, we’re ready to...
If you’re a high school or college student or parent, it’s important to know that beginning this year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) filing season for the 2017-18 academic year launches Oct. 1. This is a new timeline that...
Ever wonder if you’re taking the right steps to keep your devices and information secure? Perhaps you’re a parent or educator looking for tips to help protect kids online. Or maybe you’re looking for useful videos to watch — or to share with...
It may be time to update an old lullaby with a new stanza: “Hush little baby, don’t say a word, unless your Wi-Fi baby monitor is well-secured.”
Why? It turns out that some baby monitors that broadcast live audio and video feeds over the...
We all kick back a little during the holidays to enjoy fun times with family and friends. But having fun doesn’t mean relaxing the rules – especially when it comes to teens and alcohol. If you’re throwing a New Year’s party – or attending one –...