Going back to school can be life changing yet expensive- scholarships for single mothers can make the difference between earning a stable, hefty paycheck or struggling at a low paying job. With the current uncertain economic state of the country, unemployment rates are rising. While it was once fairly easy to obtain a job, with so many people out of work there are now more applicants per job than ever.

With more and more competition for employment, the difference between being hearing “Thanks- we’ll call you if interested” and “Thanks – YOU’RE HIRED!” could come down to education. Earning a college degree gives you many advantages. Besides looking great on a resume your odds of maintaining a long-term job and earning larger amounts of pay rise higher and higher with each year of education completed.

Being a mother is no doubt the most rewarding job of all- but it is … Read the Rest

Scholarships for single mothers are becoming more available throughout the nation as well as grants and loans. Single mothers already have it pretty tough, usually working 1-2 jobs to support their family, as well as taking care of their children. Luckily, it is fairly easy to find single mother scholarships, if you look in the right place. A simple online search for the phrase “scholarships for single mothers” will bring up many possibilities for a single mother looking to better herself with higher education.

Single mothers should also be aware that grants are available as well, which will not only help cover the cost of tuition, but also provide money for books, travel, and other school related items. Single mothers should also consider visiting their local Department of Social Services (DSS) office. DSS can usually provide information and brochures on scholarships for single mothers. Often, single mothers are already … Read the Rest

If the ‘Scholarships for Single Mothers’ were increased throughout the country the benefits would be extraordinary. While there is no hard evidence to prove that parents graduating college has any impact on their children graduating college, it is a good assumption. A parent’s job is to guide and teach their children along with loving and nurturing. While the majority of children according to author Elizabeth Pantley in her ‘Kid Cooperation’ book explain, that while we try to communicate with our children it is our actions that have the strongest influence on them.

We as parents and leaders of the coming generations can as the old saying goes, ‘preach until we are blue in the face’. However, leading by action is what we do each and everyday whether we know it or not. If we want the country to become better in anyway we have to start somewhere. The … Read the Rest