2009
Writing Contest: Runner-up
Money Matters
Money
Saved or Earned
Full-time student always
Part-time vs. full-time job
Money
Transportation
Bus vs. car
Independence with a car
Auto insurance, gas, auto repairs
Scheduled pick up and return on a bus
Clothing
New or gently used
Full price vs. discount price
Entertainment
Amusement park vs. City park
Cinema vs. on-demand movies at home
Money
Food
Eat in vs. eat out
Fast food vs. at home
Money
Prom
Tux vs. suit
Limousine vs. car
Ball gown vs. cocktail dress
Restaurant vs. dinner at home
Money
College choices
Private vs. public
In state vs. out of state
Live on campus vs. live at home
Money
Student loans vs. scholarships
Video games vs. sports
Poor grades vs. good grades
Shopping vs. community service
FASFA
Money
Play vs. work
Drop out vs. graduate
High School
The choice is yours
Composition has been lightly edited.