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Time management for teens: Becoming “ringmasters” – Act I
Published on May 8, 2012
Teens need to understand the importance to take conscious control of their time and energy and to be proactive about planning their schedule, learning to manage time like a circus performance and becoming the ringmaster of a successful show. -
Ideas for no-cost volunteer recognition
Published on May 8, 2012
The third and final article in a series about volunteer recognition, this article shares no-cost ways to recognize your volunteers and ensure that they feel appreciated. -
Public service student loan forgiveness can save borrowers big bucks
Published on May 8, 2012
Federal student loan borrowers who work in the public sector are able to have a portion of their student loans forgiven. -
Science ideas for preschoolers – Part 2: Race through the dirt
Published on May 8, 2012
Teach young children about the connection between surface water and groundwater with this simple activity. -
Smartphone applications can help youth manage animal science projects
Published on May 7, 2012
Smartphone applications create a technically savvy way for 4-H youth to keep records and improve management practices. -
Vaccinate your pet for ensured health
Published on May 7, 2012
Just like people, pets need to have their vaccinations in order to control the onset and spread of dangerous diseases. -
Student loans are not one-size fits all – make an informed decision
Published on May 6, 2012
There are big differences between federally-backed student loans and private loans; a bit of research can save borrowers thousands of dollars. -
Student loans are a cents-ible way to fund post-secondary education
Published on May 4, 2012
College graduates have lower unemployment rates and earn $550,000 more in lifetime earnings than high school graduates, making student loans a reasonable investment. -
Department of Labor withdraws proposed regulations for young hired farm workers
Published on May 4, 2012
The decision to withdraw the rule, including provisions to define the “parental exemption,” was made in response to thousands of comments expressing concerns about the effect of the proposed rules on small family-owned farms. -
Career portfolios and 4-H projects – What’s the connection?
Published on May 3, 2012
Connecting career portfolios with 4-H Projects supports National 4-H and Career Technical Education goals while fostering life skills.