College Preparation for Elementary School Families

Andrew Dunakin

Is it worth it?

Is it worth it?

What should we do?

Academic Preparation for Students•Do your best in school•Read a lot•Have fun learning!

What Should Parents Do?

•Help your kids with their homework•Talk to them about what they did that day•Take your children to many and varied

places•Give your children experiences instead of

things

How much will it cost?

Financial

•Paying for College▫Grants▫Scholarships▫Loans▫Out of Pocket

Financial

•Paying for College▫Money from the Past (Savings)▫Money from the Present (Out of Pocket)▫Money from the Future (Loans)

Loans

•Government ▫Student▫Parent

•Private

Savings

•Savings accounts•Coverdale ESAs•Trusts•529s

Which to pick?

The answer is…

Invest and save early and often!

Information

Studentaid.govwww.pa529.com

Thanks!

•Any questions?