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By ARAcontent
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For students across the country, the beginning of a new school year is just around the corner. And, if you haven’t started your back-to-school shopping yet, you may soon find yourself dealing with large crowds and pricey cash register totals. Back-to-school spending is expected to jump 6.9 percent this year, and families with school-aged children are expected to spend a total of $18.4 billion, an average of $563.49 per child. According to the National Retail Federation’s 2007 back-to-school survey, here’s how the register totals break down: |
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By ARAcontent
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Now that it’s time for your tweenager to head back to school for another year, you may be asked: "Mom, can I have a cell phone?" It’s a question many parents dread. As kids get busier with their after-school activities and social lives, a cell phone is the best way to stay in touch. |
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