Education And Careers http://www.napsnet.comhttp://www.napsnet.com1429Education And Careers http://www.napsnet.com/images/napslogo2.gifFree, non-copyrighted features for editors.View this week's features, taken from our latest issue of Featurettes--so new it hasn't been mailed yet--browse through our library of articles, categorized for your convenience, or just look at our artwork--including many photos in full color. Making Patriotic Choices To Save The Economyhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64598.htmlIt's time for economic patriotism. The Best Of Back-To-School And Fall Shopping...At A Savingshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64581.htmlAs summer comes to an end and fall is upon us, parents reminisce about their own first days of school and all the preparation needed to start the school year. Why Buy When You Can Rent?http://www.napsnet.com/articles/64552.htmlOne positive result of the recent recession: It has made consumers more conscientious. Tips On Paying For A Priceless Educationhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64534.htmlWhile the value of an education may be priceless, it is far from free. Save Young Lives--Stop For The School Bushttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64532.htmlWhen it comes to staying on the road to safety, drivers can give themselves a more than passing grade if they remember not to pass a school bus loading and unloading children. Jump-Starting Your Child's School Year Can Be Child's Playhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64529.htmlOne proven way to get kids serious about learning is to make it fun. How To Dress Your Kids For School For Lesshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64528.htmlDressing your children in clothes that help build confidence is always a sound investment, but in tough economic times, many parents look for ways to save on everything, including school clothes. Do The Math: When School Expenses Add Up, A Little Budgeting Goes A Long Wayhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64527.htmlThis fall, as millions of children return to school, parents everywhere are grappling with the same thing: how to prepare their kids for school and seasonal activities without breaking the bank. Help Your Family Stay Connected And Nourished This School Yearhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64511.htmlSimple and easy ideas can make it easier to stay connected and well nourished. Creative, Heartwarming Pet Poems By Kidshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64509.htmlWhen it comes to describing the rewarding relationship between pets and their owners, sometimes a poem just says it best. Helping Businesses Qualify For The Recovery Acthttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64499.htmlThere's good news for owners of small businesses who still want to take advantage of the Obama administration's Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 programs and loans. Family Meals May Help Children Succeed In Schoolhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64493.htmlHere's food for thought: Helping your child succeed in school may be as easy as sitting down for a family meal. Chance To Win A $20,000 Scholarshiphttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64490.htmlAn increasing number of parents are pleased to put their young scholars in school uniforms for a variety of reasons. Nutritious Meals Can "Egg On" Learninghttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64488.htmlHelp your kids do well in school. Audio Features More Important In PCs, Students Sayhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64479.htmlThe way today's college students use their computers is changing what's considered a standard feature. Workers Neededhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64477.htmlFortune 500 companies are looking for 5,000 at-home workers--for both full-time and part-time opportunities. Protect Your Youngsters From Classroom Germshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64470.htmlGerms at school are nothing to sneeze at. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 22 million school days are lost each year due to the common cold and flu. That may be why parents worry as much about their children bringing home germs as they do bad grades. Think Outside The (Lunch) Boxhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64469.htmlHere's food for thought: Helping your youngsters enjoy a healthful lunch at school can be simple if you take these six easy steps. Helping America's Farmers Growhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64464.htmlWith the world facing the challenge of feeding 9 billion people by 2050, equipping the future leaders of the agriculture industry is more important than ever. How To Get Help Growing Your Businesshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64437.htmlWhen it comes to excelling in the export business, minority-owned firms have demonstrated an advantage--and a new initiative may further improve their chance at success. Better Nutrition For Back-To-School Meals And Snackshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64424.htmlHeading back to school means more than just shopping for a new lunch box: Planning nutritious and interesting snacks and meals is a must. Dr. Susan Mitchell, Target Health And Nutrition Expert, offers these easy and affordable ideas just in time for the school year. Accounting Jobs On The Rise, Despite Slow Job Markethttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64421.htmlDespite a slow job market, there is encouraging news for college graduates with accounting degrees. Who Knows The Places You'll Go, The Jobs You'll Take?http://www.napsnet.com/articles/64413.htmlOne entertaining way to consider your career options may be the latest addition to a gaming favorite. Hands-On Learning Fun At Homehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64400.htmlTips to help prepare your child to shine in the classroom. Take A Shine To These Back-To-School Shoe-Saving Ideashttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64397.htmlOne way to help your children put their best foot forward in school--and to make the most of the school clothing budget--is to send them off with a pair of well--protected shoes. Preparing Kids For A Successful School Yearhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64389.htmlAppropriate school wear helps children dress for academic success. Uniforms, spirit wear and clothes following dress codes can encourage a feeling of community spirit and promote school safety. Algebra Made Fun http://www.napsnet.com/articles/64365.htmlThere's good news for those who find algebra intimidating. Morning Fuel For Schoolhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64364.htmlDelicious breakfast options ready in minutes. Helping Small Firms Find Financinghttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64329.htmlSmall businesses are expected to play a big part in improving the economy. Budget-Stretching Ideas Transform A Staycation Into A "Playcation"http://www.napsnet.com/articles/64328.htmlWith recent reports from Money magazine putting the average cost of a vacation for four at $1,600, many families are opting for a staycation or "nearcation" this season. New Corn Technology Gives Farmers More Effective Insect Defensehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64319.htmlEvery season, farmers face the challenge of protecting their crops from a broad spectrum of insect pests. Making The Move From Playtime To Preschoolhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64310.htmlActivities to foster a child's love of learning even before entering the classroom. Saving Time And Money At Collegehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64300.htmlA successful college experience doesn't happen by accident. Become A Reading Model: Encourage Early Childhood Literacyhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64294.htmlAs a parent, there is much you can do to develop your child's reading skills and set the stage for a lifelong love of books and learning. Tips For Older Job Seekershttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64290.htmlThere's good news for older adults trying to enter the workforce. Tips For Keeping Kids (And Families) Science Smarthttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64287.htmlScience can be fun for the whole family. Turning A Hobby Into A Careerhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64284.htmlOften, the lessons we learn the best are those we learn while doing something we love. Community College: A Gateway To A Careerhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64253.htmlThose interested in pursuing a college degree that can lead directly to a career might consider starting out at a community college. The Secret To A Successful Small Businesshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64241.htmlGain an edge over the competition. Medical Innovation Means New Drugs And Jobshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64236.htmlThere's good news for America's patients and our economic competitiveness. Survey Reveals The Positive Impact Teachers Have On Students' Liveshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64225.htmlNext to immediate family, teachers have the most impact on people's lives as they grow up. Savvy Skills For Shopping School Supplies http://www.napsnet.com/articles/64213.htmlWhile every school year is different, one thing that remains the same is the desire to save on school supplies. When "Getting Back To Work" Means Getting Your Back To Workhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64177.htmlThese are tough economic times when employees can't afford to miss work and employers are interested in controlling costs and maximizing productivity more than ever before. What You Need To Know To Prepare For Collegehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64157.htmlHere's news many parents may be happy to hear. Helping Children Can Be Profitablehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64138.htmlSometimes, pursuing a dream to benefit others can also be financially rewarding. Simple Steps To Make Your Office Greenhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64073.htmlWhen thinking about ways to reduce your environmental footprint, a great place to start being "green" may be the office, whether at home or at work. Giving The Children In Your Life The Gift Of Educationhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64070.htmlTaking short-term steps toward saving for college can help parents and grandparents reach the long-term solution of a brighter future for the children in their lives. What Workers Can Learn From Athleteshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64040.htmlTo get injured workers back into the workforce and prevent future accidents and injuries, some occupational medicine clinics are taking their cue from the techniques used to rehabilitate injured athletes. Taking Your Business Globalhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64038.htmlTo grow your business, you may need to think outside the box and outside the borders. Harnessing The Atom To Make A Better Worldhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/64011.htmlThose looking for an exciting and rewarding career may consider opportunities in nuclear science and technology. Building Networks To Serve Children And Familieshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63979.htmlThere is good news for parents in Orange County, California who do not know where to look for help. How Schools And Families Can Help Kids Be Healthy And Wisehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63944.htmlYour youngsters can have fun learning to be fit at a special school event--that also raises money for their education. Vacations From School Can Be Learning Opportunitieshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63942.htmlBy providing children with educational opportunities during vacation months, parents can be sure their children don't lose skills gained during the school year. Tablet Computers Find A Home In The Classroomhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63903.htmlOne of the latest developments in the computer field is already benefiting many students and teachers. Help For College-Bound Studentshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63894.htmlStudents and families starting the college search process have a place to turn to make the process a bit easier. A new guide for families helps simplify the process of getting college-bound students admitted to college. Communication: Key To Managing Cancerhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63884.htmlGrowing scientific evidence supports the significance of friendship in the lives of cancer patients-the more friends they have, the better their prognosis. Not Everything Your Child Needs For School Is In His Or Her Backpackhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63880.htmlSince it is better to help prevent a disease than to treat it, parents should talk to their child's doctor to make sure they receive the appropriate vaccines on time. Teens Have High Hopes For Their Financial Futurehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63870.htmlWhile politicians, economists and the American public ponder how to strengthen the U.S. economy, a majority of U.S. teens say they don't understand how to effectively balance their spending and saving. Treat Yourself To A Healthy Breakfasthttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63865.htmlA healthy breakfast is easy to achieve. Meningococcal Vaccination Urged For Summer Campershttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63853.htmlParents are urged by school nurses and camps nationwide to help protect their children against meningitis this summer by getting them vaccinated. Printing Tips To Reduce Environmental Impacthttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63807.htmlTo effectively reduce the volume of pages flowing through the devices deployed throughout your organization, try these tips. Morning Routines Made Easyhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63785.htmlMorning can be tough, but now you don't have to struggle with your youngsters to get them ready for the day if you follow a few helpful hints. Building Your Career: Tips From Expertshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63775.htmlWhether you've just entered the workforce or you're an established professional with the desire to achieve even more success, career advice based on experience can be helpful. Liberty Mutual Survey Reveals Parents Are Accepting Of Social Media But Monitor It Closelyhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63759.htmlA recent national survey from Liberty Mutual's Responsibility Project revealed fascinating insights about social media and personal responsibility. Tips On Avoiding Employment Scamshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63751.htmlThose desperate to find work can sometimes fall victim to job placement and work-at-home scams. Graduation News For Young Menhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63721.htmlThis year, a number of young Americans are giving themselves a graduation gift. Students Use Laptops To Power Rocket Launchhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63717.htmlEight high school students will have an out-of-this-world opportunity this year to design and construct a rocket and launch it into space. Simple Ways To Be Earth Friendly Every Dayhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63699.htmlHere are some simple ways to be more Earth friendly every day and get the entire family involved. Smart Steps To Grow Greener At Workhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63694.htmlIdeas on how business is growing greener. Recognizing Kids Who Help Othershttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63659.htmlFrom raising money for a sick classmate through a lemonade stand to mowing the lawns of elderly neighbors free of charge, the good deeds of many American kids make the world a better place. More Training Can Make The Differencehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63637.htmlThere's hopeful news for those seeking a new job or looking for a step up in their career. Academic Testing: A Life Lessonhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63604.htmlTips to help prepare your child for testing success. Keep Track Of Your Tripshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63580.htmlGet back every penny you deserve. Happier Doctors And Healthier Patientshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63573.htmlPatients benefit from doctors' group practices by receiving comprehensive, coordinated, quality care. Moving Your College Student Homehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63570.htmlHelpful tips to make a student's move home go smoothly. How Soldier Scholars Get Assistancehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63562.htmlGood news for many veterans, their families and anyone who cares about America's future. Tips To Enhance Teen Interest In Science And Math http://www.napsnet.com/articles/63536.htmlA stronger U.S. economy better able to compete globally, experts advise, lies in fostering a culture of innovation and educating America's youth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM. Rebuilding After The Storm: How Some Companies Survived And Thrivedhttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63528.htmlAs businesses rebuild from the economic storm, lessons can be learned from companies that not only survived but thrived during the worst of the downturn. Rubber Mulch--Protecting Our Futurehttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63524.htmlWhile there are many options one can choose to put beneath the swing set or jungle gym, simply put, the safest ground cover available is recycled rubber mulch. A Big Opportunity For Small Contractorshttp://www.napsnet.com/articles/63512.htmlThere is good news for small businesses that are looking for new contracting opportunities.