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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Our school has something similar with books, but asks you to sponsor a kid for that kid to get books.  I have no idea why they aren't asking parents to donate books to these families, even if you designated an age or reading level.  Because they are buying NEW books for these kids and are asking for cash, I won't donate on principal since my own kids do just fine with used books.[/quote]

Exactly.  I shop at a thrift store, craiglsist, free cycle, borrow books from library, make my own kid's costumes, clip coupons, and am very stingy about what I purchase for holidays/celebrations.  THAT is why we are middle class.  I have learned how to save, not overspend, manage my money.  The amount of new items these poor kids get.  Free meals, free new backpacks, free school supplies, free new holiday gifts (that are already wrapped) free scholastic books, now free brand-new costumes??  Come on already.  How about a new class to the parents on how to manage their earnings and look for deals.  [/quote]

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