Here’s something from the files. While researching for a project I’m working on, I discovered this paper I had written back in 2001. It may be a little off the kids and money path, but I’m a teacher first and foremost and the words reflect the importance of knowing how to teach kids, no matter what is being taught. (BTW, if you read this and are interested in the two programs I talk about but don’t mention (!), let me…
I gave my kids a test this morning. They passed but only after asking a few questions. And since they were the right questions, I allowed it. I received a special invitation in the mail yesterday from American Express. Often, these special invites go directly to the shredding box. But the marketing department at AmEx discovered how to get someone like me to open the extra large envelope. The front of the envelope offered me a $400 gift card to…
Here is my latest kids and money quick tips video. The Above-and-Beyond Jobs list does not show up well, so to get a clear view of the list, click here.
It’s Homecoming Week. I know, because for the last week, I’ve had a house full of seniors working on float building, routines, and skits. It’s been crazy but a lot of fun. I’ve enjoyed getting to know a lot more of the senior class. It’s a nice group of kids. Tonight they will get to show off the U.S.S. Seniors during the homecoming game half time show. It’s the boat float they built and comes complete with a beach which…
I cut an article out of the paper today to share with Nathan. He had invested in Walmart several years ago because he liked the idea of them going green. He knew that a big company like Walmart could make a difference. He was right. According to the article Walmart is now holding farmers accountable for their farming practices. It’s recycling its used plastic into dog beds, producing smaller laundry detergent bottles to reduce packaging, and it’s transporting its goods in hybrid 18-wheelers…