By Devon Copeland, Senior Communications Associate, Virginia529 May 19, 2020 This graduation season doesn’t look like it has in years past, with an abbreviated academic year for many students and canceled ceremonies. It’s still important, however to congratulate 2020 graduates on a job well-done and celebrate the season no matter how different. One fact that […]
By Devon Copeland, Virginia529 September 12, 2019 As you might imagine, September is a great month to consider your child’s future—and your finances. Besides being “back-to-school” season, it’s also National College Savings Month. Most parents believe their children will go on to receive higher education after high school, but according to student loan lender Sallie […]
By Janae Dixon, Virginia529 July 9, 2019 Sunny days, hanging out with friends, trips to the beach—there are a ton of reasons why summer break is your child’s favorite time of the year. But for parents the summer offers a unique challenge. How do you find the balance between letting your child unwind while also […]
Mary Morris, Virginia529 CEO March 6, 2017 Parents and guardians make many decisions in the best interests of their children. From green vegetables to piano lessons, mothers and fathers want to give their kids the best chance at happiness and success. Rarely do we hear from kids in appreciation for these efforts, which sometimes can […]
By: Mary G. Morris, Chief Executive Officer, Virginia529 College Savings Plan December 19, 2016 Many people know that saving in a 529 account can help your loved one with higher education costs… but did you know it could also be an exceptional estate-planning tool? That’s because the total value of the 529 accounts you own, with […]
By Kelley Hope, Virginia529 July 27, 2016 This time each summer, many families begin hunting for bargains to compile the dreaded supply list from their children’s schools. Throw in new clothes and shoes for growing bodies and–ouch!–wallets are painfully lighter. Whether someone in your home is starting college or kindergarten, shopping for their supplies can […]
By Mary Morris, Virginia529 July 20, 2016 School may be out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean children stop learning. Summer provides many new and different opportunities to engage kids. It’s also a good time to sneak in important economic concepts that will serve them well in adulthood. Here are a few ideas to […]
By Mary Morris, Virginia529 May 23, 2016 If you’re like me, you can’t help but love this time of year. The flowers are blooming, the weather is warming up, school is winding down and 529 Day is just around the corner! Not on board with that last point? Let me explain. May 29 is 529 […]
By Mary Morris CEO, Virginia529 College Savings Plan February 1, 2016 Last week I received an email from a mother with prepaid college tuition contracts for two sons, born a year apart. In her note, she said when her older son started college in 2011 and her second son in 2012 (both attending state schools), […]
By Chris McGee General Counsel, Virginia529 November 23, 2015 When asked to produce something around Thanksgiving, penning a list of “Thankful–fors” will always be avoided by the stylish and gifted writer. As I am neither, here is my list of professional blessings: I am thankful for our mission. By some miracle of career trajectory, evidencing […]