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Sunday, May 11, 2008
Economy is sending more kids to universities, community colleges
By A.J. O'CONNELL
STAMFORD — Local schools say they are not yet feeling the effects of the student loan credit crunch, although the economy is changing student behavior.
"Many parents are planning ahead," said Frank Barber, Ph.D., head of guidance at Stamford High School. " I think that's been a high-priority issue."....more
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