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The Education Tax Refund The Education Tax Refund ('ETR') was announced in the 08-09 federal budget. Under the ETR, families can claim up to a 50% tax refund for eligible education expenses for their children, for up to:
- $750 for each child in primary school, and
- $1,500 for each child in secondary school
These amounts equate to a maximum tax offset of $375 and $750 respectively. It is a good idea to be aware of this scheme, as parents can now claim for allowable expenses related to their ...
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Moms who have been working several jobs to make ends meet might be able to get a reprieve through education funding that has been freed up by the government. President Barack Obama has set aside money for mothers who want to further their education and get a better job to support their families. The money does not have to be paid back, so this is like a dream come true for struggling, working mothers.
Being a mom is hard enough work, but having to support children by going to other jobs makes ...
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Mothers who have been thinking about returning to school can do so through President Barack Obama's Scholarship for Moms program. This funding is set aside for mothers who are teenagers, single, working and in many different situations. The money comes in the form of a government grant so it is hers to keep. It does not have to be paid back like a student loan, which will save thousands of dollars.
The Pell grant was developed to help people in financial distress get a better education. Those ...
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President Barack Obama's Scholarship for Moms program has become more popular, receiving nationwide attention. Its main goal is to send mothers back to school who had to give it up so they could raise their family. If they better their education, they will be able to find a better job and live at a higher level ? not at or below the poverty line.
This is a win-win situation because it will help the nation as a whole with having less poor people in the country, and these women will receive ...
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The demand for adult education is growing, with 39 million American adults lacking a high school diploma. Innovative GED experts at the GED Academy have identified four crucial elements to success for adult education students. As the number of adult Americans without a high school degree nears 40 million, adult education is becoming a critical issue in the United States. GED education programs are sponsored by communities, non-profit organizations, and school districts across the country. ...
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