Five ways to manage school-related expenses all year round
The back-to-school season also means back-to-back expenses. On top of making ends meet amid the increasing costs of everyday necessities, households will now have to shoulder additional expenses. Several educational institutions are anticipated to increase their tuition and miscellaneous fees by 3 to 10 percent for the upcoming school year, as the five-year moratorium imposed by the Commission on Higher Education has lapsed. In a country where the annual cost of higher education can reach up to ₱150,000, the cost is the main reason why education remains inaccessible. While public schools and state universities do not charge tuition, Filipinos have to consider other expenses for the rest of the school year including food, school uniforms, books, supplies, and transportation. As wise parents and breadwinners are compelled to work double-time in preparation for the school opening, here are five ways to help them manage school-related expenses all year round. Declutter and reuse Did y
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