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5 Ways to Handle a Student Loan Shortfall 09/12/2017 08:00pm • A new academic year has started, but many college students may be worrying about more than just their classes. For some, their financial aid package wasn't enough to cover the amount due to the school. When your federal student loans won't pay your balance, you'll need to consider alternative ways 5 Ways to Find Money for College Savings 09/12/2017 08:00pm • Most families don't have a fully funded 529 savings plan or additional savings for college, which means they'll need to draw from their current budget or consider additional loans to pay tuition bills. Locating extra cash isn't easy. And most of us would rather not restrict our lifestyle, especiall U.S. News Responds to Politico's Critiques of Best Colleges 09/12/2017 08:00pm • Over the more than 30 years U.S. News & World Report has evaluated colleges, we've received our share of criticism -- some of it fair and some of it unfounded. But the recent Politico story, "How U.S. News college rankings promote economic inequality on campus," is a bizarrely constructed articl The Health Benefits of Having (and Being) Grandparents 09/12/2017 08:00pm • For kids, grandparents provide stability, safety, wisdom and fun. In return, caring for grandchildren can help stave off depression, boost social connections and keep older adults mentally sharp. Research shows proven health benefits -- along with some challenges -- from this important family relat Learn How to Impress College Admissions Counselors 09/12/2017 08:00pm • Passion and determination are highly valued in the admissions office. Academics matter a lot, but you'll need to find the right balance as you go through high school between hitting the books and pursuing activities outside the classroom that reflect who you are -- and then figure out how to make t What to Do When Other Adults Suggest Your Child Has ADHD 09/12/2017 08:00pm • "Wow, so that's what ADHD looks like? Thank goodness my kid doesn't behave like yours." "Did you ever consider having your child tested for ADHD? My daughter has it, and it seems like yours might, too. Do you mind if I talk with you about this?" Whether said with hints of sarcasm or kindly mentioned Sleep Schedules for Children 6 Months to 5 Years Old 09/12/2017 08:00pm • If you're a new parent, you may be a little too tired to believe it, but your baby really will get bigger and change in the blink of an eye. Your child's sleep needs will change in the same way, so his schedule will need to be altered frequently. I guide parents through this and provide sample sle Paper airplane, sand among 12 finalists for Toy Hall of Fame 09/12/2017 11:57am • ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — No-frills toys including the paper airplane, sand and play food are among 12 finalists vying for a place in the National Toy Hall of Fame. The contenders for the Class of 2017 were announced Tuesday. Also up for the honor are the board games Risk and Clue, the Magi 10 most, least expensive colleges 09/12/2017 10:00am • The U.S. News Short List, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that magnifies individual data points in hopes of providing students and parents a way to find which undergraduate or graduate programs excel or have room to grow in specific areas. Be sure to explore The Short List: C 16 best end-of-summer sales for 2017 09/12/2017 09:04am • Labor Day Weekend sales may have come and gone, but end-of-the-summer clearance events for 2017 have just begun. To make room for new fall wares, stores slash prices on shorts, swimwear, outdoor gear and more. Take advantage of the huge seasonal savings and shop these 16 awesome end-of-summer sal Local utility crews send more help for Irma damage 09/12/2017 07:50am • WASHINGTON — As millions in Florida wait for their electricity to come back on after Hurricane Irma battered the region and caused widespread outages, utility crews from around the country are heading to the state to help with what will likely be one of the largest power restoration efforts in the 13 best universities in the DC area, according to new rankings 09/12/2017 04:13am • WASHINGTON — Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Georgetown University in D.C. and the University of Virginia, in Charlottesville, remain the top three universities in the wider D.C. area, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report. The 2018 list from U.S. News ranks more th Keep College in Mind When Choosing High School Activities 09/11/2017 08:00pm • Many high school football programs have been cut recently amid concerns about player safety, among other factors. Safety is one component families may consider as their high schoolers decide what extracurricular activities they will participate in this year. Decreased football programs may also mea 9 Ways to Prepare Healthy and Appealing School Lunches 09/11/2017 08:00pm • As a mom and registered dietitian, I often ask myself: "What can I pack for my daughter's lunch?" From kindergarten to now middle school, her taste and interests have changed, and these changes also apply to her food choices. For that reason, it's important as parents to select foods for each stage How to Stick to Your Budget During the Busy Back-to-School Season 09/11/2017 08:00pm • Almost every family with school-age children feels that time-crunch that comes during the back-to-school rush of new activities, clubs and sports leagues. Parents with multiple children feel it even more intensely. It feels like there just isn't enough time to go around. When does a family find tim