Should Students Work in High School?

Jacqueline Palochko

Jacqueline is an education journalist based out of Pennsylvania. She has worked as a reporter and editor at The Morning Call in Allentown and is currently a news editor at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. She graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in journalism.

Articles by Jacqueline

Should Students Work in High School?

Should Students Work in High School?

April 4, 2023

There are a number of benefits to working part-time while in high school, but juggling extracurricular activities, school work, and paid work can be tricky. 

FERPA: Are Students Required to Share Their College Records With Parents?

FERPA: Are Students Required to Share Their College Records With Parents?

April 3, 2023

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, better known as FERPA, is a Federal law that “protects the privacy” of…

Should Your College Student Only Consider the Best Paying Majors?

Should Your College Student Only Consider the Best Paying Majors?

March 27, 2023

When deciding on a college major, is it important to consider the salary potential?

Teen Jobs May Come With a Bonus: Scholarships

Teen Jobs May Come With a Bonus: Scholarships

March 14, 2023

Parents may be surprised to learn their teen’s part-time job can help pay for college.

How to Pay for College Without Parents

How to Pay for College Without Parents

February 25, 2023

This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 (PFC101) Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and…

Parents Share What They Got Right and Wrong During Junior Year of High School

Parents Share What They Got Right and Wrong During Junior Year of High School

February 16, 2023

Follow these tips during junior year of high school for the best college admissions results!

The Most Extreme Things Parents Have Done to Pay for School

The Most Extreme Things Parents Have Done to Pay for School

December 27, 2022

Comments in this story were first published in our Paying for College 101 (PFC 101) Facebook community. They’ve been edited…

College Choices Are Easier When Your Student Knows the Budget

College Choices Are Easier When Your Student Knows the Budget

December 8, 2022

This story was originally published in our Paying for College 101 (PFC 101) group. It has been edited for clarity…