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High School Graduation Gift Guide

High School Graduation Gift Guide

Our High School Graduation Gift Guide will help you show your love, pride and support with a gift that’s just right.

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Off-Campus Living Guide

They’re moving into their first off-campus home. It may feel like there’s a million things to do, but we’ve got you covered.

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Final Semester High School Guide

Final Semester High School Guide

If you have a high school senior in their last semester, big choices — and big changes — are on the horizon.

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Dorm Shopping Guide

Help your student prepare for this new chapter in their lives by making sure they have everything they need for a successful freshman year.

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Guide to Applying to College

Guide to Applying to College

Everything you need to get through college application season with your high school senior!

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First Semester Guide for College Parents

First Semester Guide for College Parents

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 Shari Bender
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We Became Friends Because of Our Daughters

 Amy Baldwin, Ed.D.
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 Marybeth Bock, MPH
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A Special Place in My Home and in My Heart

 Elizabeth Spencer
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The Gift of a New Friendship

 Shari Bender
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In the Blink of an Eye: All Grown Up

 Shari McStay
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Like Snowflakes, No Two the Same

 Shari McStay
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The Irony of Life

 Shari Bender
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When the Youngest Leaves the Nest

 Deborah Porter
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I Love Watching My Son Compete

 Christine Carter

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