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End-of-Year High School Mistakes to Avoid 02/14/2023 07:00pm • Like many high school seniors, Jadyn Lewis thought that once her college applications were submitted, things would slow down a bit. But she says she underestimated how many college preparation and application-related tasks she would still be doing in December and January, like having scholarships to Q&A: Teaching Racial Justice in Schools 02/14/2023 07:00pm • Over the past couple years, dozens of states have restricted or sought to restrict the discussion of race in public schools, complicating educators' efforts to broach topics like discrimination and racial justice in their classrooms. Political pushback over an early draft of the new Advanced Placeme How to Roll Over Funds From a 529 College Savings Plan to a Roth IRA 02/14/2023 07:00pm • Some families are concerned about saving too much in a 529 plan and not being able to remove excess funds without incurring a penalty. The SECURE 2.0 Act, which became law in December 2022, changes the 529 plan rules to permit rollovers of some funds from these college savings accounts into a Roth I Elena Delle Donne back at Team USA after 'greatest offseason ever' 02/14/2023 04:19pm • Delle Donne back at Team USA after 'greatest offseason ever' originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonThe rest of the WNBA better be prepared. Elena Delle Donne just said she is coming off "the greatest offseason" of her career.No longer is she rehabbing nor easing her back toward playi Springsteen announces new DC, Baltimore tour dates 02/14/2023 03:10pm • Local Bruce Springsteen fans will have a few more chances to check out the "Born in the U.S.A." singer in D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland — new dates in both cities have been announced for his upcoming international tour with the E Street Band. The Boss will come back to the District this summer t 20 cheap Valentine's Day gift ideas 02/14/2023 06:40am • You're looking for a Valentine's Day gift that shows you care -- that you really think this one is "the one" -- all for an affordable price without actually looking like you're cheap. That can be a challenge to pull off -- but it's understandable if you're looking for inexpensive Valentine's Day Tonari chef Mary Mendoza shares recipe for yummy 3-ingredient chocolate dessert 02/13/2023 09:24pm • As Valentine's Day approaches, WTOP asked local chefs to share their favorite quick and easy recipes that readers can learn and cook for their friends and significant others. Tonari Chef Mary Mendoza demonstrated how to make nama chocolate and rice pudding with caviar. Nama chocolate is a ki How Much Can I Borrow for College? 02/13/2023 07:00pm • The cost of attending college continues to rise, and for many students, paying for their education requires borrowing. A variety of federal student loans are available through the U.S. Department of Education, while private loans are offered by banks and other lenders. Each loan comes with a differe 7 Best Long-Term Stocks to Buy Right Now 02/13/2023 07:00pm • Analysts recommend these long-term investments in an uncertain environment.The stimulus-driven, post-pandemic stock market rally came to a screeching halt in 2022. Fortunately, inflation is now trending steadily lower following nearly a year of aggressive Federal Reserve interest rate hikes. The U.S Why Are Eggs So Expensive Right Now? 02/13/2023 07:00pm • If you've examined your grocery bill lately, you've probably noticed: Eggs are wildly expensive. The numbers tell part of the story. According to the most recent figures available from the Federal Reserve, a dozen eggs in the U.S. cost, on average, $4.82 in January 2023. 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