Elementary
Academics
Be Involved
- Take part in your child's homework and school projects
- Attend Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Join parent organizations such as PTA and PTO
Social Skills
Encourage your child and their interests
- Read together as a family
- Ask questions about their interests
- Talk about how those interests relate to possible careers
- Research together and learn about those career interests and set goals
Financial Planning
It's never too early to start saving for college. Research your options and decide what's best for you.
- Check out Saving for College: A Guide for Parents from BabyCenter.com
- Research college costs so you aren't surprised when the time comes
- Research possible types of financial aid
- Enroll in Education Savings Programs
- Start a College Savings Plan
