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Survey: 60% of parents have school-related debt, and most are planning to add more this fall
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Stacker , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the scope of this issue are available from KVIA ABC-7.
A significant number of parents in the El Paso area are likely struggling with debt related to their children's education. Financial pressure from school costs is a concern for many families. According to recent research, a large percentage of parents are already carrying debt from previous school expenses.
Further details on the scope of this issue are available from KVIA ABC-7. Parents may be interested in learning more about the sources of this debt and how families are managing their finances to cover education costs. Additional information can be found through the source.
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Category: schools Published: August 12, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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