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Discounts are available in the form of need-based financial aid and merit scholarships.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Healthy Screen Time for Young Kids<\/strong><br \/>\nWednesday, October 14, 2026, 11 a.m. | 1 hour<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to screen time, what amount is considered &#8220;okay&#8221;? What activities are best? Worst? Get your questions answered and learn how to set up healthy habits at home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ask a College Expert: Planning for Summer &amp; High School Course Selection<\/strong><br \/>\nTuesday, December 1, 2026, 9 a.m. | 30 minutes<\/p>\n<p>Deadlines for course selection and some summer programs will be coming up early in the new year, so tune in to this Q&amp;A to help your student plan for summer and set themselves up for a successful upcoming school year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Sandwiched Caregiver<\/strong><br \/>\nWednesday, December 9, 2026, noon | 1 hour<\/p>\n<p>Are you juggling child care along with senior care? 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