(StatePoint) Financial planning may be a lucrative profession in a growing sector, but it’s also well-suited for those who love helping others.

(StatePoint) Are you a college student interested in a career as a financial planner? You might think you need to wait until you graduate to get started, but there are steps you can take as an undergraduate to jumpstart your career.

(StatePoint) Ten percent of all U.S. children did not have enough food to keep them healthy in 2022. In the same year, the infant mortality rate increased for the first time in two decades and the rate of child poverty more than doubled. At a time when children need increased support to prosper, a new analysis of government spending in 2024 indicates that funding for programs benefitting the youngest Americans – those below the age of 3 – is falling short.

(StatePoint) For many people, the start of a new year is the time to get serious about projects large and small. But if you’re struggling to buckle down, or you’re having trouble coming up with ideas, you may be surprised to learn that by leaning into color and the science behind it, you can hack your way to a more productive and creative 2025.

(StatePoint) If you’re like most workers today, you see remote work as a major perk. In fact, a Buffer study finds that 98% of all workers have expressed the desire to work remotely, at least part of the time.

(StatePoint) Ensuring that financial service providers reflect the diversity of the people they serve is key to creating an inclusive financial system that offers everyone a chance to thrive. That’s according to the authors of a new report.

(StatePoint) What are TikTok’s privacy settings? Can parents control what advertising their children see on Facebook? How do parents limit the amount of time their children spend on Instagram?

(StatePoint) Do your New Year’s resolutions include improving your grades? If so, here are five habits you can adopt to ace math class this spring semester:

(StatePoint) Every student deserves a fair shot. Fortunately, opportunities exist to help people with disabilities pursue the education and training they need to succeed in their chosen career path.

(StatePoint) As a college student, you have the opportunity to explore many exciting career options. One avenue you may not have considered is financial planning. This in-demand field offers impressive starting salaries, the potential for growth and career satisfaction. What’s more, one-of-a-kind opportunities exist to assist students of color embarking on this journey.

(StatePoint) Kids often have a big say when it comes to family travel. Thankfully, there are a growing number of getaways geared for kids and kids-at-heart, and more opportunities for the youngest members of the family to be part of the vacation planning process!

(StatePoint) Learning the basics of fire safety is the first step in fighting the dangers of fire—and it just so happens to be the most important.

(StatePoint) Afterschool programs help children and youth thrive in school and in life. They provide homework help, opportunities to get active, and access to healthy snacks and meals. They help children develop friendships, meet mentors, learn about STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), explore college and careers, and engage in community service. Through these activities, and more, afterschool programs help youth build the skills they need to succeed.

(StatePoint) Falling just a little behind in math class can have a snowball effect, making each new concept even more difficult to master. Here’s what you can do to help ensure your child thrives in the classroom now, and in the years to come:

(StatePoint) With school-year routines in full gear, one element of the morning rush remains crucial: ensuring children (and their parents!) are fueled for the day ahead.