While I believe it is important for young adults to learn about finances (e.g. prudence, planning and responsibility), I also believe it is important for them to get the most out of their education. Learning about finances can take place before or after a post-secondary education and I'm planning on providing my children with the opportunity to concentrate on their academic studies. In my mind, a student looking to make ends meet is just or more likely to not spend enough time on their studies as a student being financed by someone else.
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- Roberta Brandes Gratz
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