Toy blocks have existed since the 1820s, but the concept predates their popularity.
You probably grew up with them, as did your parents and their parents before them. Blocks were perhaps one of your child’s early toys.
They’re colorful, easy to hold, and can be used for various activities.
When is a toy block not a toy block?
Whenever you want it to be.
We’ve added three new reference links to the end of this post.
This just in on 11/15/23
The improved FAFSA form will be available for students and parents by Dec. 31, 2023. Students who complete the form will receive a confirmation and see their estimated student aid eligibility.
This just 11/14/24
The improved FAFSA form will be available for students and parents by Dec. 31, 2023. Students who complete the form will receive a confirmation and see their estimated student aid eligibility.
If you’ve had trouble keeping up with the changes to college financial aid, here’s a FAFSA 2024-25 rundown.
We’ve compiled a list of the most pertinent changes affecting students and families. We examined many of them in previous videos and posts but included a few previously unreferenced revisions in this post.
Some of the changes were phased in over the last two years. The ones specific to the 2024-25 school year are noted.
***UPDATE: The U.S. Department of Education announced that the FAFSA application for the 2024-25 school year will be released in December – not October 1.***
On September 29, 2023, a prototype of the 2024-25 FAFSA was released to FSA Partners (for college financial aid administrators). It has limited functionality, but it signals some progress is being made.
Additional information and preparation continue for financial aid administrators, but as of 11/03/23, there is no update on when the new application will be released to the public.
It is unclear what impact a November government shutdown will have on the release and processing of FAFSA applications, but a negative impact is likely.
McCarthy’s Ouster Raises Likelihood of a Government Shutdown (msn.com)
Have you Googled “free tutoring program near me?”
Were the results disappointing?
It’s not surprising.
Before the pandemic, many students needed homework help or supplemental instruction to understand classroom instruction in a particular subject. The need is even greater now.
I’m fortunate to live in a community with three free tutoring programs. I’ve volunteered at one for nearly two decades. Each of these programs draws students from nearby towns and states that lack free tutoring services in their area.
Many people can’t afford Sylvan or Kumon, but their children need help with schoolwork.
If you’re in this situation or want to help those who are, here’s a guide on how to start a program in your area.