The Mission Of The China Europe International Business School

With a mission to support the countrys economic development, the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) aims to further its citizens integration into the global market. They are targeting to prepare highly- competent and continentally- oriented individuals who will be working in its own environment but still adapting to the driving forces of the outside world.

China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) was established on November 8, 1994 in Shanghai. It is specifically located in Pudong that also holds office in Beijing and Shenzhen. It is also a non- stock, non- profit joint venture founded under the agreement between European Commission and Ministry on Foreign Trade & Cooperation.

Receiving pecuniary support from the Municipal Government of Shanghai and the European Union, China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) partners are Shanghai Jiaotong University and European Foundation for Management Development. Both makes the institution a center of excellence in business management education as well as research within Asia.

Not only has it earned excellent reputation as the prime professional management institution in its country, China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) is also one of the highest- ranking in the Asian- Pacific Region. Each year, it has close to a hundred visiting faculty that provides a genuine multinational education and superb research atmosphere.

CEIBS grants further studies in Business Administration be it Masters or Executive
* Its Masters curriculum has been cited as the number one in Asia for three consecutive years. Full- time course to be taken in 18 months, it is taught in English and designed for the young people with career inspiration, managerial potential and international orientation that will equip them to take the corporate challenges in the future.

Currently, it has a network of over 4, 000 alumni with an elite population of about 300 from over 20 nations.
* Its Executive curriculum is said to be the gymnasium of the mind. They believe that the best manner to understand domestic commerce culture is through immersion. Financial Times magazine even ranked them among the worlds top 50 EMBA programs for half a decade already. It has continually attracted an increasing number of emigrants across Europe and America. Their classes commence every March with about 60 persons in a single class.

For those who are interested to enroll, candidates should have a bachelors degree or above. They should also have a minimum of eight years working experience including five years in a managerial level. The written examination should be complied first and those who can pass will attend to the scheduled interview.

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From Work At Home Guitar Teacher To Full Music School

Andrew James Hymel is the owner, proprietor, and music director
of Andy Hymel School of Music in Gretna, Louisiana, just outside
of New Orleans. It is a success story that has blossomed from
one man's dream of music education into a consortium of
teachers and students who strive for excellence and value the
importance of the preservation of the arts in today's New
Orleans.

When asked about his Post Katrina experience, Hymel relied, "It
was scary to reopen the school and it was like starting over,
but I felt the community needed something to use as an outlet
for the emotions caused by Katrina. We weren't just rebuilding
a music school; we were rebuilding the minds and souls of our
students and their families."

Andy Hymel earned a degree in Jazz Performance from Loyola

University in New Orleans, LA. At a young age, his musical
talents developed from "jamming" with neighborhood musicians in
the Algiers area, notably Frank Saucier, a regular solo artist
at Kerry's Irish Pub in the French Quarter. In the 80's, he
honed his guitar skills at the World's Fair with the vocal
group "Celebration" and is to this day appreciative of that
opportunity.

While his music accomplishments were self-developed, his
community involvement and business acumen were mostly inspired
by his dad.

His father, Lloyd Hymel, is a pillar of the Algiers community
and an elder of Saint Andrews the Apostle Church. He was
Chairman of the West Bank Chamber of Commerce, President of the
Petroleum Club and the West Bank Rotary Club, and Vice President
of AMF Tuboscope in Harvey, Louisiana.

One of his brothers, Philip Hymel, is the Chief Financial
Forecaster of Entergy New Orleans and recently served as
President of the University of New Orleans Alumni Association.
Another brother, David Hymel, is in the oil and gas business
and for years organized the oil field "Chili Cook Off";
recently at Boomtown Casino and previously at Alvin Andrew
Callender Naval Airforce Base in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

Another brother, Greg, owned and operated a Zack's Frozen
Yogart franchise and is a Ginger Baker "Cream" style drummer.
His is also an artist/painter and is displayed in several
restauraunts in the New Orleans area. Obviously, the senior Mr.
Hymel set a solid foundation for his children to excel in
business and community development.

With that said, it is apparent that Andy Hymel has parlayed his
strong family values and love of music instruction from a work
at home business into a full blown, reputable, school of music.

Branching off from the security of working from home, Hymel
first opened his school at 601 Terry Parkway in Gretna, LA, in
an area commonly known as Terrytown. What started as a handful
of students quickly blossomed into a full school of music with
280 students strong and has had to relocate to a larger
building at 1800 Stumph Boulevard. Predominantly a guitar
teacher, he also teaches piano and bass. His drum instructor,
Jumpin' Joe Gelini, graduated from Berklee School of Music in
Boston, a great accomplishment considering only 2% of those who
attend Berklee actually graduate. The school has a wide variety
of teachers, including band directors and vocal coaches,
covering several instruments and genres. Even Hymel's high
school guitar teacher from Holy Cross is on the payroll!

Mr. Hymel (not his dad Lloyd) believes that music education can
start at the Pre-K level and has programs and original songs in
place for the youngest of students. He also has courses geared
for "Baby Boomers" as well.

In between those age groups, one of his most amazing
accomplishments is that 5 of his students have received full
scholarships to various schools of music and EVERY one of his
10 students who have applied to NOCCA was accepted on their
first audition!

One former student begins as an understudy this fall with the
Metropolitan Opera Association. Another, Alex Zander, is a
published singer/songwriter. Alex is an entire story yet to be
written. Stay tuned.

In addition to his accomplishments as a teacher and
entrepreneur, he has written and recorded hundreds of original
songs and his efforts are starting to be recognized. Most
notably. the son of Clarenece "Frogman" Henry, marketing
himself as Clarence "Frogman" Henry Jr. , is considering many
of Hymel's songs for his soon to be released CD.

For Andrew James Hymel this is only the start. As an unabashed
Beatles fan, an admitted student of New Orleans music, and an
unwavering ambassador of music education, the sky is the limit!

Whether you listen to me or not, you will certainly hear from
him.

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DEATH to Old School Home Based Business Practices - Avoiding The Bully (Shark) Marketer

It is exciting to make big money working from home. Very few actually do though for numerous reasons, and this article series is devoted to revealing why few succeed, how those that do succeed accomplish their success, and what you can expect if you really want to find success working from home.

Back to the sharks. When you get your returned phone call(s), you have no idea is calling you. But be sure of one thing, they are doing it in the hope of getting paid. Nothing wrong with getting paid, but not everyone conducts business with the same ethical standards. In fact there are way too many individuals in the industry that will tell you whatever they think you want to hear to get you to move forward with their business.

The process is simple - they call you - tell you how busy they are - then give you some websites to go see and a conference call to attend. Easy enough, anyone can learn to do that right? Then they insist that they are professionals, insist that you be the same and be at either of a couple of choices of "appointments" with them to get your questions answered. You agree on a time and then you are off to do your research.

So you go to that call, check out the website - everything looks so good, but as a normal person you have some questions; and you should. You are about to make a decision that is important, and your time and energy is the #1 resource you are risking, not the money. Money is replaceable. Your time and your emotional state and health is not.

You are really interested so you keep your follow up appointment with what seems like your harmless tour guide.. You have so many questions, and you are excited. Here's where you can be vulnerable to the seasoned professional you are about to meet. You are about to be 3-wayed to someone that has more experience at "closing". They intend to "close" you, which means, have you pull out your credit card or you get sent to the bank to get certified funds.

Meanwhile you are thinking you are just trying to get questions answered so you can consider your options.

The call comes as scheduled, the person that you first spoke with then tells you they are new to the business (in most cases) or says that they want to show you what kind of up line support you are going to get when you join, "so if you don't mind, I'd like to bring in John Hammerhead into the conversation. He's a great guy, a lot of fun to work with, and very successful. He's teaching me the ins and outs of this business, and will be teaching you".

Now in your mind something is a bit amiss right? The yellow caution light is flashing in your mind, and your original contact person can sense new resistance developing in you; and he/she should. You built rapport with that first person that called you. You wanted to speak with them more, and now here comes someone you don't know. You are about to experience the home based business shark bite.

Of course John Hammerhead is very busy so as you ask questions, he gives you short answers, and says "don't worry - you'll learn all of that when you get started". Get started you are thinking? I'm just still learning about all of this home business stuff, your brain shouts at you.

Then it happens, John Hammerhead goes for the "BITE" (close) - "well let's get you started?"

If John Hammerhead has done his job, all along the way, he has painted the picture that this is easy, just follow the "SYSTEM", and we'll be here to help all along the way.

Meanwhile you have not had enough time to Google the company or research any other businesses. You are not ready ... John Hammerhead is ready and expects you to be too because " he's looking for decisive people". Who is this all about anyway? It's about you, your life, your goals, your dreams - not John Hammerhead.

For so many people that is the first experience, you pull out your credit card and go to the website and sign up. You just signed up for your first home based business. It will probably not be your last.

At the end of the call you are congratulated for being decisive and committed to your future, etc. Meanwhile, John Hammerhead just bit a chuck out of your checking account. And you can be guaranteed that, if you enrolled in your home business this way, then you will almost certainly regret it at some point, and write it off as lesson 1 at some point in your not to distant future.

My first experience at learning about home business was from watching a TV commercial late at night. I went to the website, put my information in, and almost immediately my phone rang. People from about 8 different companies called me. I connected with one particular guy that seemed honest enough.

I had very specific criteria. No selling to friends and family and drop ship completely from Internet ordering were the headlines. Jim the "Vitamin salesman" was not resonating with me, but I figured IF it was totally turnkey online, it would just be another stream of income. After all, people buy lots of vitamins.

Jack Greatwhite just kept saying yes. I went to their call. Everyone was making all this money, it sounded great. When Jack Greatwhite called me back, he already had Bill Thebullshark on the phone with him. I was instantly in a 2 on 1. I re-capped my criteria, and told them that if everything I heard was true I was in. They said yes again. I ordered the "IPB decision kit" for $500. They got me to go ahead and signup for the marketing system, for a year (big mistake), but I felt these guys were being honest with me.

When I got my kit, the first thing I did was read the "manual" that came with it (very unusual for me), but I wanted to see their marketing model. And there is it was, on page 3 "circle of Influence", friends and family, blah, blah, blah. Right about the time I finished reading the manual, I was packing up everything to ship back, and Jack Greatwhite just happened to call. I questioned him on the "drop ship" program and then he said I needed to either sell X dollars in product first (of course by having them all shipped to my house first) for a couple of thousand dollars, or buy my way in at a higher level.

I confronted him, and essentially politely called him a liar. He back peddled and got Bill Thebullshark back on the phone, and they settled me down a little bit. At the time I didn't realize they were trying to get me past the 72 hour period with which I could get a refund (which they successfully did).

A week later, I called to cancel everything, request my refund (that's when I found out that the 10 day period began when I put my credit card in the website, not when I received my product evaluation kit. It was now day 11. I wanted a refund on the marketing system. Of course I had clicked on an agreement that said it was non-refundable. So it was a $750 lesson and introduction into the world of the dangerous shark infested waters of MLM. One year later the old wound was opened and salted when the company that provides that company's marketing system started charging my credit card without my permission. After an hour or so of my time on the phone, I finally got the charges reversed. Unbelievable.

Are all people in network marketing and home based business sharks and pilferers? Absolutely not. In fact, when 4 months later I looked again after responding to what I thought was a job ad in the newspaper. I saw the sharks coming and got back in the boat fast.

This whole exercise though led me to find a business that was legitimate, and I was able to do very well at. But I swore to myself on day 1 that if I ever had to resort to those tactics to make money, I would quit the business. (which I did in February 2007).

The best advice is take your time looking, don't let a seasoned "Networker" (shark) bully you or make you feel inadequate because you want to "think" about a particular business. Thinking about it is exactly what you should do along with some Serious Due Diligence (Research). How to go about this is the subject of another article.

I was taken advantage of because at the time I was moving "away" from a situation, and everything sounded better than where I was. By the time I picked my right business, I was moving "towards" a goal, and therefore no one was able to push or bully me.

Either you or someone you know has been the victim of a GUMP (Good Unsuspecting Money People) hunter in MLM or direct sales, creating much of the negative view of the industry.

Some network marketing, direct sales, MLM companies or other home based business opportunities in many cases have tremendous value propositions. Most do not, and they are populated with lots of hungry sharks.

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Finding The Best Martial Arts School

If you have decided to enroll your child into a Martial
Arts school, you may now be wondering which one to go for.
There is usually more than one school available within an
area so you should have a mixture of schools to choose
from. This can be hard for many parents as how exactly do
you know which ones are better than others?

Things to Look For With Martial Arts Schools

All Martial Arts schools are different and not just in the
Martial Arts that they teach. The teaching styles are often
different so it is vital that you choose a school which
suits both you and your child. In order to do this it would
be a good idea to visit the schools beforehand.

Visiting the schools will give you a chance to see for
yourself exactly how classes are run. Observe as many
classes as you like and see how the teacher is with the
kids. Are they strict? Do they give the kids a chance to do
things properly before reprimanding them? Do they answer
any child's questions helpfully? By observing their
teaching style you will be able to see whether you are
happy or not leaving your child in their hands. Something
else to look out for is whether or not they are being false
in front of you. You will be able to tell this if they are
being overly nice and if they keep looking at you
throughout the lesson.

Another way of finding out how successful a Martial Arts
school is is by asking other parents and children who go to
that school. Ask them if they are happy enough with what
the children are being taught and also ask the children if
they are happy there. By finding out from people who
actually go to the school, you will have a much better idea
of how good it actually is.

Some questions you should ask the teacher before making
your mind up include:

• What age range is the class aimed at?
• Is the class separated by gender?
• How is a children's class different to an adult one?
• How much exactly are the classes going to cost?

The budget will obviously play a big part in whether or not
your child can go to a martial arts class or not. All
schools will charge a different amount of money per class
so it is always worth shopping around and trying to find
the best deal as well as the best training method.
Remember, if you are not happy with the training method you
should not leave your child in that persons care. You have
to be completely comfortable that the class will be right
for your child and so you need to spend as much time
researching beforehand as possible.

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What Type of School Fundraiser to Avoid

The type of Fundraiser to avoid when students are involved is the donation based fundraiser. This is for a myriad of reasons which will be discussed shortly. But first it's important to establish what exactly a donation based fundraiser is as no fundraising company will usually admit to running such an operation.

A donation based fundraiser is one in which money is solicited and no product is in fact sold. It's pretty simple; if you as a teacher or coach are sending students out or sending letters out requesting money and providing no actual product or service, you are in fact involved with a donation or begging fundraiser.

This leads to the next and most important question. Why are donation fundraisers bad, particularly when students are involved? First, in order to raise funds, requests are made to family members, friends of family, and local businesses. All of the aforementioned individuals will feel compelled through guilt to donate money even though they may not particularly want to.

So in the donation fundraiser, some of the individuals do donate money. However, they subsequently feel resentful for having been pestered for money and having relented. This leads to damaged relationships with friends, family and parents business acquaintances. While this is not to say family relationships will be destroyed, as this will likely not be the case; but these relationships are certainly not furthered through this type of financial begging and manipulation.

The second reason why begging or donation based fundraisers are bad is by far the most important. When leading a student group in a fundraiser, the secondary purpose is actually to raise money; the primary purpose is actually to help these students on their way to becoming responsible adults, capable of functioning independently. To function independently in world, these students must know how the world operates.

The world works absolutely nothing like a donation fundraiser. In fact only the homeless, corrupt politicians and televangelists operate in that fashion. The world runs on capitalism, wherein individuals never give their money in exchange for nothing. They choose to use money to purchase goods or services.

In this way, donation or begging fundraisers are clearly bad for students, their families and society in general. This being said, what is then the alternative for groups who must raise money?

The answer is to get involved with a product fundraiser. Ideally this will involve direct sale rather than pre-sale, but what is most important is that you treat the fundraiser as a teachable moment to demonstrate how the business world operates. From this most basic premise, you can explain small business ideas and terms like gross profit, gross margin, and cash based accounting, etc. For many students, this will absolutely be their first experience with the business world or concepts therein, albeit on a small scale. The possibility cannot be discounted however, that this foray into entrepreneurialism might put them onto a path in the business world.

It's clear then that fundraisers are about more than making money for student organizations. They're about doing what's most beneficial to students, their families and society. And to that end, the impetus is definitely away from donation based fundraisers and toward direct sale fundraisers.

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Personal Trainer School-how To Locate The Right School To Help You Become A Personal Trainer

Personal trainer schools are available all over the internet,
but you have got to choose the best. How do you decide which
one is right for you?

If this question is troubling you then answer some simple
questions to aid you in your search. Here's a quick guideline
to help you in your quest to locate the right personal trainer
school.
 
Choose a reputed training school that's easily accessible. You
can log on to the internet and go through the site locator on
any fitness website.

Take the cost into account as well. Even though it will pay off
later, there is nothing wrong in choosing a school that fits
best in your education budget. You can also opt for an online
training program. These trainers generally charge an hourly
rate of $25 to $50 an hour.

A personal trainer wears several different hats, as they will
perform the role of a motivator, educator and coach. To become
a personal trainer, you must possess a thorough knowledge of
personal health, sports, nutrition, and injury prevention,
managing stress and lifestyle changes.  

Personal trainers need to have a multitude of inherent skills.
A school can only give a finishing touch to your current
ability. For instance, a school can teach you how to tackle
whining clients, but patience is something you should be born
with.
A personal training school provides certification that includes
300 hours of education and 200 hours of gym time.   Different
states have different colleges and one can get enrolled with
any accessible location.

The bottom line: if you are willing to do your due diligence,
you will be able to attain the status of a personal trainer, no
matter what your current background. If you are willing to work
hard, are teachable and are committed to this vocation, you
will succeed.

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Entering a Culinary Arts School

Your kitchen career starts here.

They say cooking is the first art. Before mankind learned to speak, draw, or write, he learned to prepare a meal. And this art is passed down to your generation, in the form of a wide and diverse field of culinary specialties to choose from. A cooking career is limitless; it can take you anywhere, and you can explore it all of your life and never find the end of it.

Applying with a culinary arts program is basically no different than applying to any other program or course at a college or a university. As a standard practice, there is a process that you need to follow and you may need to meet with a career counselor in the department to see which program is right for you, as there are plenty of options available.

Considerations with regards to the school's reputation, location, tuition, and financial aid programs available are essential in choosing what is best for you. You will be pleased to know that as a general rule, culinary arts courses go for a more reasonable fee than what you would expect for, say, a computer scientist. But the more elite schools tend to be pricey, too. Particularly if they can boast a celebrity chef on Food Network as one of their alumni.

Some small starting places are researching online via their website, or simply request their catalog by mail. These programs will range from general cooking and food safety to highly specialized positions like for pastry chefs.

Many who attend culinary arts college are aiming to become professional chefs or work in the food industry in some capacity, but don't be surprised to find several students also attend culinary arts colleges to improve their own home cooking. The "cooking renaissance" has produced a growing population of culinary arts colleges and cooking schools in the country, and plenty of interest amongst the population in attending them.

Many varieties of people and companies, even from local restaurants and supermarkets, are setting up cooking classes so that anyone can improve their kitchen crafts. For the aspiring career chef, culinary arts colleges offer the greatest opportunity to landing a great career. Some go for prestige, such as a cruise ship chef or banquet chef to the celebrities, while others are happier with a small, secure position in an institution or restaurant.

Due to this increased popularity, there are now over five hundred programs in the United States that offer top educational courses in the field of culinary arts. Colleges, universities, and private programs all offer these courses.

There will be several things to consider when choosing a culinary arts college. You should consider what avenue you want your career to follow after you have taken the course, such as restaurant managerial work or owning your own private catering company. After deciding on this, you can easily narrow your search down for the right program quite dramatically, since there are many courses set off for those specific fields.

You will need to determine what is important in a college for you. Lengths of the program may be a consideration, and also what qualifications you will need in order to be accepted. Course fees need to be heavily considered, and if you are on a tight budget you will need to find out about student or college financing as well.

This is also a good time to ask yourself if you have the right kind of skills to stick with a culinary career in the long term. A chef will need many attributes to make it. You will need physical stamina, because this is a very demanding job with the need to move fast when the time counts. Cleanliness is one of those things that goes without saying, but only the fastidiously neat need apply. The demanding maneuvers of prepping food require good fine motor dexterity.

Because the repetitiousness of much of the chef career may lead to burn-out, you need to have real enthusiasm for it. In a contrast, you need a strong tendency towards creativity, while also being conformist enough that you have the ability to follow rules and standards of the industry. Last, and this is something that's often overlooked, but math skills are also important in this job. We can't have you standing over a stove with a calculator converting milliliters to teaspoonfuls, now, can we?

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Learn to Cook Ethnic Food at a Cooking School

One of the most exciting things you can learn at a cooking school is how to cook ethnic food. Ethnic food is a delicious treat, a break from the usual fare, and most people have at least one or two favorite ethnic cuisines. Unfortunately, ethnic restaurants can be expensive, especially if you would like to enjoy your favorite ethnic food more frequently.

The solution is, of course, to learn how to make your own ethnic food. Buying an ethnic cookbook and diving right in is overwhelming for most people, however: Cookbooks do not always do a very good job of explaining how to prepare a dish, as well as what goes into it. A better approach is to take classes at a cooking school. You will learn to not only prepare your favorite ethnic food, but also all of the little tricks of the trade that will make it look and taste more authentic.

Here is a sampling of ethnic foods that you can learn to make at your local cooking school:

Italian Cuisine
Italian food is an American favorite; almost every home you walk into will show its influence. Hardly any American pantry is without at least one box of pasta, and pizza and spaghetti are the favorite dinners of many picky children. There is a lot more to Italian food than pepperoni pizza and spaghetti, however. Your local cooking school can teach you how to make a variety of Italian pasta dishes, delicious sauces, and unique types of pizza.

Asian Cuisine
Not very long ago, Chinese restaurants were the only type of Asian food you could commonly find in America. In recent years, however, Asian cuisine has become more popular; Asian restaurants now offer sushi and other Japanese fare, Thai cuisine, and Vietnamese food, as well as the traditional Chinese. With popularity, though, has come an increased price. Fortunately, Asian food is not difficult to make, and can be learned by taking classes at a good cooking school.

Mexican Cuisine
Mexican food has also become popular in America, and the number of Mexican restaurants is increasing exponentially. Like Asian food, though, it is important to remember that these dishes are things that some people make in their own home on a daily basis. Cooking classes can teach you the techniques you need in order to make authentic tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other traditional Mexican dishes.

Cajun Cuisine
Cajun food is like virtually no other ethnic cuisine. A traditional Louisiana cuisine, Cajun blends a variety of interesting tastes and savory spices, creating unique dishes such as gumbo and delicious desserts such as bananas foster. Surprise your family and delight your guests by learning to make this distinctive ethnic food at home!

Mediterranean Cuisine
Mediterranean cuisine includes food from Italy, Greece, and the Middle East. The special combination of tastes makes these dishes unique, but they are surprisingly easy to make at home. To learn how, sign up for classes at a high quality cooking school.

Indian Cuisine
Indian food has been gaining in popularity in recent years. Unique blends of spices make Indian cuisine aromatic and flavorful. There are several different regional varieties of Indian cuisine, including Madras (South Indian) style, North Indian style, and Tappas (Street Food) style. Classes at a cooking school will teach you how to find and combine the ingredients to create these distinctive dishes.

These are just a few of the exciting types of cuisine a cooking school can teach you to prepare. Ethnic food makes an exciting change from the typical fare, but it can also be fun to learn how to prepare these unique dishes. Whether you want to improve your marketability as a career chef or just learn to cook something new for yourself and your family, a cooking school can introduce you to many interesting ethnic cuisines.

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Five Ways You Can Help Your Child Succeed in School

It's unfortunate that school holds such a revered place in society. I don't say that because I feel education is unnecessary. On the contrary, I'm a teacher (15 years) and I believe in the power of education to transform lives and benefit society.

I'm referring to the fact that parents and kids look at school performance as the ultimate gauge of self worth. Get good grades, get into a good college, get a better job and have a better life.

What a chain of events!

And you see? It all starts with good grades. I won't write the chain of events when your child gets poor grades. It's enough to stop trying.

So, with this approach in mind, I'd like to add a little bit of calm and practical advice for parents to use with their kids so that school can become just another piece of the puzzle.

Tip #1 - Decide how YOU feel about the role of education in their lives. Ask yourself, "Do I believe in the chain of events?", "Do I believe poor grades determine success or failure?", "Do I believe a healthy, well-rounded, happy child can be successful?"

These questions are important because if you say them but don't believe them, your child will feel it. You'll let out your true feelings without even knowing it. So, decide now what your philosophy of education is and communicate it to your child.

Tip #2 - Find what subjects interest your child. This way you can begin to build on their strengths. It's important to pay attention to weaknesses as well but I think we get lost in this area. There's way too much focus on what's wrong rather than what's right.

Tip #3 - Talk about how someone succeeds in anything. If you're being honest with yourself, you'll know that hard work and interest are the only things needed to succeed. In your child's life, they need to learn that good things come to those who follow what they like to do. Then, they won't mind working hard.

Tip# 4 - Be positive. Be aware of the words you use when as you go through the day. Are you optimistic or pessimistic? What do you do when things get tough? How do you react? Your child will see all these things and learn from you. When you show you can be calm and look for solutions, your child will do the same.

Tip #5 - Love your child for what they are. You may be an avid reader while your child doesn't like to read. You may be an athlete while your child likes to draw. What are you going to do? If you want a healthy, well-adjusted child, you'll let it be and thank the heavens you have a wonderful child who brings joy to your life. Nothing else is needed.

Love makes the world go round. Love helps everything your child does.

As you can see, you have a lot to keep in mind if you want your child to succeed in school. Is it worth it? Absolutely. Are there more things to know? Absolutely. Will your child's educational experience be more satisfying and rewarding? Absolutely.

Do it for them...do it for yourself.

Jim Sarris is the author of Memory Skills Made Easy, a resource that helps students of any age remember more of what they study. For a free report on why your child has trouble remembering information, visit http://www.MemorySkillsMadeEasy.com.

4 Ways to Better Grades in School

Have you had one of those "Ah! I get it now!" moments recently? You know, the ones when you hear some piece of advice you've heard many times before, only this time it makes sense?

I find that many parents and kids have an "Ah! I get it now!" moment when they finally understand how other students get better grades.

It's not natural intelligence, better teachers in elementary school or a better seat in class.
Higher grades come from following simple steps each time your child enters a class, does homework and later studies for tests.

These simple steps help students get better grades, attend better schools and land better jobs when it's over. That's how powerful they are.

And once they become a habit, they will last a lifetime.

Yet, parents and kids need to be reminded from time to time so that the , "Ah! I get it!" moment comes sooner rather than later.

With competition for top schools and good jobs increasing each year, it's critical that parents and kids start making the change right now.

Here are four changes that can make a difference immediately.

Tip #1 - Learn how to organize your materials. - Sounds simple, but all great ideas are. Notebooks for each subject, clear notes that are easy to understand later and an assignment book.

Prepare like you want to be the best and you'll see an immediate improvement. The students that get the best grades are those that have what they need to study at hand. Once they finish with one subject, it's on to the next. No wasted time.

Tip #2 - Learn how to do homework - Too many kids come home and attack homework with the idea of finishing...not learning. This is a mistake. Homework should be a time to clarify what you are learning; investigate how it ties into what you've learned so far; discover what you know and don't know.

This way, you're organizing the material in your mind. You're taking the first step to absorbing what you'll need later for the test. And when that time comes, you'll be better prepared.

Tip #3 - Learn to study - There are ways to study that every student should understand. Start with the most important material, classify and organize, summarize, learn to pick out important points.

And most importantly, think about the material as you go over it. Make connections with other topics you've covered. You'll begin to understand with less effort.

Tip #4 - Learn how to memorize efficiently. - In reality, if you follow the first three tips, the memorizing part is basically done. You see, true memorizing strategies don't occur the night before a test. They are part of the process of learning which, if done correctly, allow you to understand, retain and recall the information without a lot of hard work.

You'll need memorizing techniques at times but solid preparation is always the first step to understanding.

By combining all four of these suggestions, your child will start to see better grades almost overnight. And the moment will come when you both sit back with smiles on your faces and say, "Ah! I get it!."

Jim Sarris is the author of Memorizing Made Easy, a resource that helps kids learn to organize, study and process information so that memorizing occurs naturally. For more information and a free chapter, visit http://www.memorizing-made-easy.com.

You're Killing Your Child's Chances For Success In School

I know for a fact that students in my classes don't have to improve their memory. They tell me the details of their video games or their favorite sports teams without even stopping to think.

Yet, they can't seem to remember information for tests and quizzes. A coincidence? Do they have to improve their memory? I don't think so.

To get to the root of the problem, it's necessary to see what happens when a student struggles. Normally, the parents are called and a parent teacher conference is scheduled.

In those conferences, parents say that a lot of interesting things. In terms of memory ability, it seems parents struggled (and continue to struggle) with memory issues. They point out that they themselves had the same trouble their child is having so they're not surprised at the results. Disappointed, concerned, but not surprised.

When I hear that, I immediately think of the conversation that has probably gone on at home since elementary school.

Child: "Mom, Dad, I didn't do so well on this test. I keep forgetting stuff."

Mom: "I had a terrible memory, also. I guess it's in the family. Your father could never remember, either."

So what does your child begin to think after a while? It's probably something like this: "Why try to study? It's a done deal. It's in the genes."

The trap is set and your child falls into it. An occassional test comes back with a good grade but the overall picture is bleak. You see, the good grade was lucky. The bad grades are the norm. And your child never realizes that it's possible to learn memory skills.

But wait! Your child doesn't have to worry about improving their memory. They remember sports, movies, TV shows and video games. What's the deal?

I know what you're going to say. "He's interested in those things. Of course, he can remember!"

Well, that's a great first step. His memory is working fine. It's just school work that he doesn't remember.

Let's look at four things you can do today to turn that around.

Here they are:

1 - Start from the premise that your child's ability to remember information is fine. Once you do that, you can change the way you talk about poor grades and memorizing. As we've just seen, it's more a question of interest than it is ability.

2 - Learn about memory strategies. Your job is to help your child find ways to make learning. storing and retrieving information more interesting. You can discover dozens of ways to look at information, put it into a form that's easily filed and then easily recalled. And the style you choose can fit your child's preferred learning style.

3 - Encourage your child. Tell them they can do well. Help them to understand the process of learning. Everyone does it the same way: You find ways to look at material that work for you, not your friend or your neighbor. Maybe you learn with pictures, maybe you like to listen or maybe you like to get up and move. Success depends on finding your style and using it.

4 - Don't expect miracles overnight. Like all new habits, there is a period of adjustment where you won't see much change. Don't stop! You can help your child learn more easily if you just take it slow and easy. Think of it like watering a plant. You give enough water each day and then you let it be. Over time, the plant grows. You can't explain why but it does. Your child will develop better habits the same way.

So, there you go. Change your habits and you can change your child's path to success. Memory skills are just one area you need to look at. Just remember. It begins with you.

Jim Sarris is the author of Memory Skills Made Easy, a resource that helps students of any age remember more of what they study. For a free report on why your child has trouble remembering information, visit http://www.MemorySkillsMadeEasy.com.

Find Out If Golf School is the Right Career Move for You

If you've always loved the game of golf, you may be thinking that golf school is the next logical step in either preparing for a career or changing careers. Not surprisingly, with the great new interest in golf because of players like Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods, there has also been increased interest in golf schools that teach students how to make a career out of their love of golf.

Before registering for a golf school, however, be sure that you really know that you want to make an actual career out of your leisure time passion. It's important to understand that very few of even the most talented players will become professional golfers on the tournament circuit. If this is the only thing you see yourself doing, you may want to rethink attending college for a golf degree.

Golf schools do focus on the game, but they also place lots of importance on what goes on off the course and behind the scenes. If you check the class curriculum you'll find that there is just as much laboratory and classroom work as time on the greens. Any good golf school knows that there are numerous ways to be involved with golf that don't require a spectacular handicap, but do require dedication, organization and an understanding of people.

Finding Out If You Are Right for Golf School

At golf school you will learn dozens of skills, including how to organize a successful tournament, pro shop management, golf club design and repair, teaching golf, etc. Perhaps you love the game but are also interested in hotel or restaurant management. A degree in golf management could be ideal and will open hundreds of opportunities around the world to you. Obviously, there's much more to attending golf school than playing. To find out if attending golf school is right for you, you may want to ponder the following statements.

Doing what you love is just as important as the salary you'll earn.
If you decide to be a golf pro for a country club or course, you will start at the bottom and have to earn your way up, even with a degree. Golf is a game of experience.

You have the skills and temperament to work with others and manage staff in a pleasing manner.
Let's face it, the only drama players want is on the course. If you are easily rattled when there are problems, you won't last long managing a golf course or resort. An even temper and the ability to put others at ease are essential.

You are good at teaching others.
You'll have the opportunity to try teaching golf at a good golf school, and you'll learn the proper techniques to instruct others. If you love to teach others new things, you could become a golf pro.

You are willing to learn golf from the ground up, not just on the green.
At golf school you'll be learning things like how golf clubs are made, what makes a successful tournament, how to manage a pro shop and various public relations roles.

You enjoy socializing with a wide range of people and personalities.
A golf career is all about contributing to the enjoyment of the game for those around you. It isn't a solitary career at all, and it isn't just about your game. If you like to socialize and are comfortable with people from all walks of life, you'll do well at golf school.

If you've thought about and agreed with the statements above, then you will probably enjoy a career in the golf industry. Your next step is to check out several of the thousands of golf schools in the United States to see which one fits best with your golf dream.

Andy West is a freelance writer for SDGA. San Diego Golf Academy is a premier golf school with five locations across the United States. To learn more about attending golf school, please visit http://www.sdga.edu .

Deciding To Go To Chef School

If you enjoy cooking and want a job that doesn't seem so much
like work, perhaps a chef school can give you the skills and
experience you need to cook in top notch restaurants around the
country or even the world. Every restaurant has several cooks
on staff, but the curriculum at a chef school will elevate you
and your paycheck well beyond the level of any common
short-order cook. Also, a quality chef school can prepare you
for a number of prestigious positions in the food service
industry.

Many chef school campuses also teach the business side of the
culinary arts. Many graduates of chef school go on to own
their own restaurant, which gives them the freedom to prepare
whatever cuisine they desire. It can also allow you to go into
food service management with an intimate knowledge of food
preparation that will make you very marketable to employers.

Although some chef schools develop their own independent
programs, many of the more desirable institutes follow
guidelines provided by the American Culinary Federation
Accrediting Commission. These guidelines ensure that graduates
of chef school have a well-rounded culinary background, as well
as practical skills that will make them valuable employees and
put their success in their hands.

A true chef school will teach you far more than just how to
cook, although it will definitely teach you how to master that
art. It will also teach you much about the role food plays in
the modern world, as well as in the past. You will become well
versed in social and cultural customs and how these traditions
affect the preparation of food from different areas of the
world. Each region of the world has its own type of food, and
many countries have diets and dishes that are exclusive. You
will learn many of these foods, how to prepare them, and why
they are so popular in those countries.

A chef school will also teach you the basics about nearly every
kind of food, which will unlock many cooking secrets. Although
many kinds of meats can be cooked in the same way with the same
marinades, different meats, like beef and pork, possess
different properties that, once learned, can be taken advantage
of to easily produce world-class meals. After you have learned
these secrets about meat, as well as fruits and vegetables, and
how to use marinades, broths, and other flavoring sauces, you
will be ready to create your own custom dishes and meals. Many
people try to improvise and invent new dishes and meals, but
with the knowledge you gain at a chef school, the question with
your customized dishes won't be if it's good, but how good.

Because the costs of gaining additional education and training
are a concern for nearly everyone, many chef schools offer
financial aid for those that qualify. Most people are eligible
for some kind of grants, and loans if necessary. Those who
receive a grant, or scholarship, do not have to pay that money
back, and educational loans are typically extremely low
interest and payments do not start until after graduation.
Many chef schools also provide mentoring and help students
prepare an effective resume, as well as attract the attention
of employers who may grant students jobs before graduation.

If a chef school sounds like something you would like to know
more about, there are many across the country that provide
quality programs that can give you comprehensive training and
experience in your area of interest. Mastering a skill like
the culinary arts will separate you from the masses of people
that are considered unskilled workers and your paycheck will be
sure to reflect the difference.

About The Author: Andy West is a freelance writer for The
Culinary Institute of Virginia College. Culinard offers two
outstanding chef school programs. For more information on one
of the most prestigious Chef schools, please visit
http://www.culinard.com .

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Succeeding in Chef School, How Top Students Do It

Chef school is a great option for anyone who loves food and wishes to pursue a career as a restaurant manager, cafeteria manager, chef, or caterer. Even if you are an entrepreneur who wants to open a restaurant or a person who wants to become food critic, food photographer, food researcher, or food consultant, a culinary degree program can give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. To get the most from your education experience, though, you will want to take the steps necessary to ensure your future success.

Successful students know that chef school is about a lot more than just food preparation. Successful students who enter successful culinary careers do a few things differently to ensure success. These things are:

Set goals. A student who wants to become a food critic will need different skills than someone who wants to prepare extravagant desserts on a luxury cruise line. Before you sign up for chef school, it is a good idea to envision exactly the sort of culinary job that would make you happiest. Then, select the school and program that will let you achieve your goals.

Build a wide range of skills. Chefs need a range of skills, so it is important to study and actually work in a restaurant to get the most from your education. To be successful in a culinary job, you will want to develop good communication skills and social skills, so that you can work effectively with others in the kitchen. You will want to hone your abilities to work both as a team and independently. Since culinary jobs can be high-pressure, you will want to develop a great work ethic and reliability. Keep in mind that employers will want to see that you have plenty of stamina and a good level of physical fitness, so that you can withstand the physical pressures of the kitchen. Make sure that you stay fit while you are in your culinary program. Keep in mind, too, that learning about food preparation and hygiene about your specialty can also make you more flexible and innovative. All these diverse skills will make you more attractive to employers because they will make you a better employee.

Network. Meeting others who are passionate about food is one of the true joys of attending chef school. Get to know your classmates, instructors and employers well. You may end up working with them at some point or you may need a reference letter to land your dream job. Plus, getting to know others in the industry is a great way to learn more about cooking and food.

Take schooling seriously. Most people enter chef school because they love to cook. In many cases, cooking seems more like fun than like work. This is terrific, but it's still important to approach your program as a serious field of study and try to do your best in all your courses, internships, and other responsibilities. This sort of dedication will help you land the job you deserve.

Chef school is an important first step to a great culinary career. Once you are in a program, though, it is important to maximize your experience. Making the most of studies ensures that you have the most exciting opportunities possible in your future. Setting goals, purposefully building a wide range of skills, developing your people skills through networking and approaching your schooling with an intention to do your best help you get the best value for your dollar. Taking care to do your best also truly poises you for success after graduation.

Andy West is a freelance writer for The Culinary Institute of Virginia College. Culinard offers two outstanding chef school programs. For more information on one of the most prestigious Chef schools, please visit http://www.culinard.com .

How Do Chef Schools Work?

Culinary schools give aspiring chefs their best shot at making it to the big time, especially those accredited by the American Culinary Federation. Just like any other profession, many of the better hospitality establishments base their hiring practices not only upon the length of education the applicant provides, but also where that education was obtained.

Tuition runs the gamut from relatively inexpensive courses offered by local community colleges all the way to the Culinary Institute of America's breathtaking $40,000 price tag. And what doesn't tuition cover? Oh, just uniforms, textbooks, cutlery, and other necessary kitchen equipment.

Curricula differ somewhat from school to school, but most of the culinary student's time is consumed in learning the ins and outs of cooking by actually doing it under close supervision. Participants not only prepare food, but also learn how to plan menus, minimize food costs, buy food and supplies in quantities, and how to appropriately choose and store food. Learning proper hygiene and local public health rules also play a large part in a culinary student's education.

Classes are sometimes offered all day, taking a complete eight hours, while at some schools, classes are broken into morning and afternoon sessions.

There are usually lectures, and then demonstrations followed by hands-on practice time with students applying the techniques demonstrated earlier. Some schools even offer part-time professional classes to accommodate working cooks wanting to increase their formal education.

A number of educational scholarships are available, among them:
The American Academy of Chefs Chair's Scholarship Ten $1,000 scholarships awarded each year
The American Academy of Chefs Chaine des Rotisseurs Scholarship Twenty $1,000 scholarships awarded annually
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Three yearly $2,000 scholarships for high school seniors and undergraduate students
Because years of training and experience are needed to reach the level of executive chef in most well-paying restaurants, many students serious about this profession begin their training in high school through vocational programs, then go on to a two- or four-year college or university.

Apprenticeship programs offer more training afterward, and these come from individual eating establishments and are given by a personal mentor or from professional institutions and associations such as the American Culinary Federation.
Apprenticeship lasts usually about three years and is most often known as the years of "grunt work" doing all the chopping, grating, peeling, slicing, and washing necessary to prepare the ingredients for the chefs. Even cleaning appliances, sweeping and mopping floors, and other seemingly unaffiliated "chef" work gets done by the apprentice as part of his or her learning experience. Often this "trial-by-fire" period separates the truly dedicated chefs-to-be from those who are merely good cooks.

It is not impossible to attain the status of executive chef without the benefit of formal education, but in today's job market, most establishments (especially the finer hotels and restaurants) now require some type of certification to work in this capacity.

Like a degree of any sort, formal training in the culinary arts may not mean you are another Julia Child or Paul Prudhomme, but it does at least signify that you've got what it takes to get through the school. So stop trying to think of ways to take shortcuts, get your tuition together, and go learn what you need to attain your dream!

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Getting Help with Home Schooling

Think of the next time you join a discussion around home schooling. When you begin sharing the fascinating home schooling facts below, your friends will be absolutely amazed.

Home schooling, despite of its popularity, is yet to have one singular standard for acceptability or validity. This means that as you go all over the nation, separate states have different levels of requirements for home schooling to be duly recognized.

The decision to home school your youngster isn't the simplest one in the books. However, once you've made your decision, it may be a good period to start thorough research and inquiry into state requirements and other guidelines you have to take into consideration once you've made the decision.

There are states like Texas, Illinois, Missouri, or Oklahoma, among others, that do not require informing the state of any intention to home school your youngster. So technically, you may opt to begin your preschooler on home schooling already or pull your youngster out of the formal pedagogical system at your own will, should you decide that home schooling is for you.

Other states, however, would require you to inform the state and your child's school of your intention to begin home schooling. It is only in this way that the state can accredit your child's grade level standing. Alongside this expression of intent and plan is the requirement of the state for you to submit exam scores, progress evaluation grades, and even your child's attendance record. The state may also specify an amount of time that should be spent in this informal school studying the various subjects you intend to teach your child.

The states with tightest home school regulations set requirements of informing the state of your intent to home school your child. Alongside this expression of intent is the submission of the curriculum you intend to teach while home schooling. You may also be tested if you qualify as a parent-teacher when you home school your youngster. State-appointed officers may also visit your home to check if it is suitable for home schooling. Separate from these requirements, submission of periodical documents like exam scores, progress evaluation grades, and attendance records may be required of you as well.

The information about home schooling presented here will do one of two things: either it will reinforce what you know about home schooling or it will teach you something new. Both are good outcomes.

Specified this volume of information that you must be familiar with when you decide that you want to give home schooling a try, where will you find the essential information?

In general, your first and most primary source of information should always be your state or local government unit's education office or authority. You can approach these agencies in two ways either through the agency's website or by visiting the physical location of the said government office. In order to save time and money, you should perhaps visit the website first. This is also most recommended as the primary course of action because of the fact that some of these educational agencies actually upload the necessary forms you have to fill out in relation to home schooling. Some of them even prefer your getting in touch with them and submitting your requirements online !

Next, you may want to check home schooling support groups and legal specialists who have put up various websites on the subject. This way, you will be able to read of firsthand experiences of people who've tried home schooling before, and in the long run, learn valuable tips and tricks in order to make it work for you. They even provide various suggestions on activities and teaching strategies you may want to try as you home school your child.

Much of home schooling is very much feel-your-way-through, so don't be scared to visit these support groups and forums and ask questions. By doing so, you would be able to make sure that you are giving your child the best sort of home schooling you can provide for him or her. Additionally, you can even find out more about the post-home schooling period, which is the time when your child begins applying for university or college, from home schooled applicants who've gone through the usually much longer process.

Home schooling, as it is, is yet to be standardized across the country. Various legislative and administrative changes are underway each day. This is where online home schooling websites may help. They can give you news updates, briefings, and summaries of various state and federal legislation on home schooling. These timely bits of information may lead you better in home schooling your child, and keep you up to date with trends and changes in rules on home schooling across your state.

Take time to consider the home schooling points presented above. What you learn may help you overcome your hesitation to take action.

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What's in a Name? Do Employers Really Care Where You Went to School?

Many job applicants worry that employers will judge them solely on where they went to college. The truth is that while the prestige of a college or university does matter, employers know that the name on the certificate doesn't tell the whole story.

For instance, while some employers will choose applicants who attended a more prestigious college over those who attended a local community college, this is only the case if the student at the more prestigious school actually did well at that school.

On the other hand, if the student at the community college graduated at the top of their class and the student from a more prestigious college graduated with a low grade average, employers may be inclined to give the job to the applicant who attended the community college.

Deciding whether the name on the certificate will matter or not is also dependent on the nature of the profession. It is true that some extremely competitive industries - such as law or academia - put more emphasis on where applicants went to school as a means of reducing a large pool of candidates. On the other hand, jobs in nursing or computer industries are in such high demand that employers will probably look at graduates from nearly any school, regardless of its relative prestige.

In any case, remember that the name on the certificate is less important over time. Upon graduating from a college or university, the name of your school can be helpful initially. Where an applicant went to school is most helpful for landing their first job. After that, potential employers will put much more weight on having solid references, good interpersonal skills, and relevant work experience.

So if you didn't go - or aren't planning on going - to a prestigious university, don't worry. In the long run, there are far more important factors than the name on your certificate. Other important factors include the level of your degree (associate, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) as well as other considerations.

Furthermore, don't overlook the potential benefits of attending a community or state college, especially if you plan on getting a job locally. Remember that many employers will be alumni of local colleges and will be anxious to support fellow graduates. Having attended the same college will give you and your employer something in common, which is something even the most prestigious university can't give you.

Benjamin Welch has been a college instructor in writing and composition for nearly six years. When he's not teaching or playing golf, he offers advice for students seeking information about online education and online degrees. Read more of his work: http://www.classesandcareers.com.

High School Diploma Programs

A certificate given to a student on completing school successfully is known as a high school diploma. In order to be eligible for admission into an institution for higher education or to apply for a job, a diploma is the minimum educational requirement. Hence, this diploma is the first step to accessing all the opportunities available in the world. Thus, a school diploma program can be your ladder to success, and all you need to do is to take the initiative to climb that ladder to achieve it.

According to the data collected by the U.S. Department of Labors Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), it was found that the typical school graduate in 2002 earned about $717 per month, which is much more than someone who has not finished school. And this gap in earning is widening. According to another survey conducted by the BLS in 2004, it was found that school graduates were 70% more likely to find employment than those without a school diploma.

High school diploma programs permit a person to acquire his/her diploma through the various programs offered by schools or colleges. Some of these programs are: conventional classroom method, distance learning, correspondence education, and online education. These can be classified broadly into on-campus and off-campus programs.

The conventional classroom method of education pertains to the on-campus programs. This form of education involves students interacting face-to-face with their teachers and classmates. For working people and adults, evening and weekend classes are conducted as well.

For working people, one of the best high school diploma programs is distance learning. The distance learning program can be conducted either as a correspondence course or an online program. These online programs are offered by schools, various accredited virtual universities, and other educational institutes.

If you do not want to go for a school diploma, but want to get an equivalent certificate, then you can opt for the General Educational Development (GED) certification. GED is an examination that certifies that the candidate has acquired school level educational proficiency. In order to get this certificate, the candidate has to undertake a five-part series of examinations successfully.

The GED certification course basically consists of five main areas, namely writing skills, social studies, science, interpreting literature, and mathematics. After completing this examination you are not given a school diploma, but become a GED holder. A diploma is awarded on the completion of a recognized school program, along with fulfilling the credit requirements. You are then a school graduate.

These high school diploma programs, which are mostly affordable and convenient, assist students to continue with their education with ease while they work at their jobs. However, it is essential to authenticate the accreditation of the program being offered before enrolling into one, because there are many fake universities that have online sites, which could trick you into signing up for their diploma program. There are many websites where you can get detailed information regarding various kinds of diploma programs, such as High School Diploma At Home, Fake School Diploma, School Diploma Online, and so on.

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Back to School Checklist

Many American children are starting back to school soon, and no matter how young or old they may be: There is always a long list of items that must be purchased in preparation. This list is an overview of the basic stuff most kids need - whether they're starting kindergarten or college.

1. Backpacks and bags: Attending school usually involves keeping track of books, papers, pens and more. So carrying bags are a must. Younger children prefer backpacks, and many cute ones are available just about anywhere these days.

If your children are a bit older - particularly in junior high or high school - be sure to get rugged, durable backpacks that will last. These older kids carry very heavy loads sometimes, and it helps to spend a little extra money for backpacks right at the beginning of the year. I've found that hiking backpacks work best for high school students, because they have large carrying capacities and they're quite strong and durable. Buying these types of backpacks will ensure they last through the entire school season, instead of having to be replaced halfway through the year.

College bound students might prefer laptop and gadget bags, sling bags, messenger or duffle bags instead.

2. Paper Supplies: This includes notebook paper, spiral notebooks, pocket folders and binders among other things. Most kids need all of these from the time they start first or second grade, though the needs get heavier as the children get older. Younger children might need art paper and older children might need graph paper, so the needs vary slightly but the basics tend to stay the same.

High School honor students and college bound students will also need special books, and these usually need to be purchased. Book covers are also useful for all grades.

3. Writing Tools: Pens and pencils are generally thought of automatically, but often there are other writing related materials that must be purchased for school as well. Younger children often need crayons and paint for instance, while older kids may need markers and colored pencils.

As children move into junior high, high school and college, they'll require a larger variety of the basics too. Instead of just blue pens for instance, they often need blue, black and red. It's good to know the teachers at this point by the way: Some do not allow gel pens to be used for instance, while others may forbid red pens or yellow markers.

4. Misc. Tools: These change from one grade to another, but generally additional tools of some kind are needed for just about any age range. Examples of school tools needed includes rulers, protractors, and calculators.

5. Clothing: This is usually a given, but a checklist always helps. Be sure to buy pants, shirts, socks, and underclothing. Don't forget to get new shoes... some kids need more than one pair because specialized shoes are needed for gym or athletic programs. Also be sure to buy athletic or gym cloths if they're required. These could include shorts, t-shirts, or sweat suits.

Sweaters and lightweight jackets are usually needed for the cool early mornings, and heavier coats will be needed within a few months of school starting.

Most schools have dress codes these days too, so it's a good idea to get a copy of that for reference before you go clothes shopping. You wouldn't want your daughter to have a whole new wardrobe of tank tops only to find out they're not allowed to be worn at school for instance.

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