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Special Section:
Back to School
2009

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The 2009 August Sales Tax Holiday begins Friday, Aug. 7 at 12:01 a.m. and ends Sunday, Aug. 9 at midnight. A sales tax holiday is a temporary period when sales taxes are not collectible or payable on all or a specific class of purchases.

 



In order to enroll a child in a public school system in Virginia, state law requires a parent or guardian of a child to provide certain information to the child’s school division.

 


 


 

Find it on the Web
Helpful websites that make getting back to school easy

 


The best strategy for back-to-school shopping is to get organized, stock up on the basics and look for sales. Start shopping with a plan.

 


If the school has not provided a list, here are some of the basics to get started with.

 


There are many ways to make the first day of school an easy transition for everyone

 


Getting ready to go back to school is something in which the entire family should participate, requiring everyone to get into the school routine and be organized. Here are some tips to help everyone avoid leaving important tasks until the last minute.

 


The guidelines for who qualifies to transfer benefits, under what circumstances and when they may be used have been clearly defined.

 


The Armed Forces offers several programs to support the education goals of their service members.

 


 


One of the most challenging aspects of the new, flexible workplace is the constant pressure to update knowledge and skills in order to adapt rapidly to changing markets and technologies.

 


Scholarships and Work Study, Student Loans

 


Get $6,000 for education expenses and help planning a career

 


When it comes to higher education, there are many options for the high school student who is looking for the college that is right for them. Colleges, in turn, are looking for students who will maintain their academic standing and the quality of their campus life.

 

 

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