Tag: AAA
In Alaska, Fiery Fall Foliage is a Breathtaking Contrast to Snow-Capped Peaks
September 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Fall is far from a shoulder season in Alaska. In fact, for those who enjoy travel without the crowds, it could be the best time to visit the Last Frontier. From late August through October, the Alaskan sky shimmers in shades of pink, purple, yellow and blue while the red and gold foliage provides a…
How to Get an Auto Loan Through AAA
August 31, 2017. AAA Staff
Q. How do I get an auto loan through AAA? I usually just let the dealership find me a loan. A. It’s easy. AAA Northeast Bank offers a variety of auto loan products – including loans for dealer and private sales, lease buyouts, refinancing and more – at rates as low as 1.99 percent APR. You…
College Road Trips: Places to See on Your College Search
August 01, 2017. Kim Foley MacKinnon
There’s hardly a parent with a teenager contemplating college that hasn’t hit the road to visit potential schools. From simple afternoon visits to more complicated college road trips, it’s wise to book some noncollege-oriented activities to offset some of the pressure. After all, when both you and your child are deciding their future for the…
Slow Down: Lives Are on the Line
August 01, 2017. AAA Staff
Slow down, move over laws vary slightly by state. Learn about your state’s specific law and keep emergency responders safe at the roadside.
10 Ways to Supplement Your Child’s Education
July 31, 2017. Dana Laverty
How to supplement your curious child’s education at home – and have fun at the same time.
Safety Tips for Kids Who Walk or Bike to School
July 31, 2017. AAA Staff
Today’s students aren’t biking or walking to school like they used to. Just 13 percent of students ages 5 to 14 walked or biked to class in 2009 compared with 48 percent 50 years earlier, according to the Safe Routes to School National Partnership. Time, convenience, distance, weather and safety were barriers to walking or…
10 Ways to Help Your Kids Get Through School Stress
July 31, 2017. Christina Elston
Try these strategies if you feel like your child could use some help juggling priorities or coping with school stress.
10 Things to Look For in a Private School
July 31, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Selecting a school for a child is one of the most important decisions a family makes. For those with the means to pay for education, private elementary schools and secondary schools regularly offer smaller class sizes, a more flexible curriculum and religious studies. A report from EducationNext, a scholarly journal published by Stanford University, also…
10 Ways to Avoid College Weight Gain
July 31, 2017. AAA Staff
It’s common to put on a few pounds when you first start college. Follow these tips to avoid the dreaded freshman 15.
10 Things to Know About High School Sports
July 31, 2017. AAA Staff
So, your son or daughter wants to play high school sports. Whether this is your child’s first foray into athletics or the latest step in a career that began with T-ball, here’s what you should know.