--- title: MySchoolBucks Blog | For Families | Claire Whelen description: Get helpful tips, read about exclusive MySchoolBucks contests, and download activities for kids. --- - Help - [FAQ](https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/help/gethelp) - [How-To Videos](https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/help/gethelpvideos) - [Contact Us](https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/etc/getcontacts) [![MySchoolBucks](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/MySchoolBucks-June2017/Images/msb_logo.png)](https://www.myschoolbucks.com) # MySchoolBucks Blog | For Families # Product Spotlight | Grow with MySchoolBucks ## Claire Whelen ### Recent Posts ## [Celebrate #MSBSchoolsOut for a chance to win $500 from Greenlight](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-msbschoolsout-for-a-chance-to-win-500-from-greenlight) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on May 26, 2022 10:12:34 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/parent-blog-header-msbschoolsout-2022.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-msbschoolsout-for-a-chance-to-win-500-from-greenlight) Let's celebrate the start of summer and capture the moment with **#MSBSchoolsOut**. Share your last day of school photo with us and you'll be entered to win $200 on your Greenlight account\*. Plus, at the end of the sweepstakes, one lucky winner will receive our grand prize of $500! Follow the instructions below to enter to win: [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-msbschoolsout-for-a-chance-to-win-500-from-greenlight) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-msbschoolsout-for-a-chance-to-win-500-from-greenlight#comments-listing) Topics: [Sweepstakes](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/sweepstakes) ## [\[Free Downloads\] Fun, family holiday activities for winter break](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/free-downloads-fun-family-holiday-activities-for-winter-break) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Dec 9, 2021 12:34:51 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/parent-blog-header-winter-content-offers.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/free-downloads-fun-family-holiday-activities-for-winter-break) Once your family has the decorations set up and the cookies in the oven, gather round and bring some cheer to your holiday season with our free [Build-A-Buddy Kit](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Build_a_Buddy_Bundle.pdf) and [U-Create Holiday Stories](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/U-Create_Holiday_Stories-2021.pdf). [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/free-downloads-fun-family-holiday-activities-for-winter-break) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/free-downloads-fun-family-holiday-activities-for-winter-break#comments-listing) Topics: [free downloads](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/free-downloads) ## [8 ways to give back this holiday season](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/8-ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Nov 29, 2021 3:22:20 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/msb-givingtuesday-blog-header.png)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/8-ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season) During the season of giving, it's not just about giving gifts to others, it's giving back to those in need. At MySchoolBucks, we celebrate generosity and the power of random acts of kindness during the holiday season and beyond.    [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/8-ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/8-ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season#comments-listing) Topics: [Donations](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/donations) ## [Tis' the season to be thankful | #MSBGivesThanks](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/tis-the-season-to-be-thankful-msbgivesthanks) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Nov 16, 2021 2:11:31 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/msbgivesthanks-blog-header.png)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/tis-the-season-to-be-thankful-msbgivesthanks) What is your family thankful for this school year? Download your #MSBGivesThanks printable and fill it out with your kids for a fun holiday activity. Plus, share a photo of your kid with their printable by November 26 to be entered to win a $100 gift card! [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/tis-the-season-to-be-thankful-msbgivesthanks) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/tis-the-season-to-be-thankful-msbgivesthanks#comments-listing) Topics: [Sweepstakes](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/sweepstakes) ## [7 life skills your kids will learn when they do chores](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/7-life-skills-your-kids-will-learn-when-they-do-chores) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Sep 21, 2021 4:31:51 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Greenlight/marketing/msb-gl-blog-header-chores.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/7-life-skills-your-kids-will-learn-when-they-do-chores) `` There will always be debate about whether to pay your kids for chores, but there’s no denying that chores help build responsibility and strong habits that will last a lifetime. Whether you’re finishing up summer chores or looking ahead at fall chores, there are countless benefits of doing chores. Let’s start with 7 of them — and the lifelong lessons your kids will learn. [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/7-life-skills-your-kids-will-learn-when-they-do-chores) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/7-life-skills-your-kids-will-learn-when-they-do-chores#comments-listing) Topics: [Partnerships](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/partnerships), [MSB | Greenlight](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/msb-greenlight), [Family Money Management](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/family-money-management), [Chores](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/chores), [Allowances](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/allowances) ## [Making Family Money Management Easier with MySchoolBucks & Greenlight](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/making-family-money-management-easier-with-myschoolbucks-greenlight) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Aug 24, 2021 11:20:42 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Greenlight/marketing/MSB-GL-Blog-Header.png)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/making-family-money-management-easier-with-myschoolbucks-greenlight) You know MySchoolBucks for school payments. Now we’re joining forces with Greenlight to make family finances simple — inside and outside of school. With [MySchoolBucks and Greenlight](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/greenlight), parents can manage their kids’ complete budgets while empowering them to get smart with money. Now with Greenlight, MySchoolBucks families can help their kids learn about money, set savings goals and get their very own debit card, while parents have the tools to be in control of it all. From lunch money to allowances, we’re working together to make all family payments safe and convenient. [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/making-family-money-management-easier-with-myschoolbucks-greenlight) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/making-family-money-management-easier-with-myschoolbucks-greenlight#comments-listing) Topics: [New Features and Enhancements](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/new-features-and-enhancements), [Partnerships](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/partnerships), [MSB | Greenlight](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/msb-greenlight), [Family Money Management](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/family-money-management), [Debit Card for Kids](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/debit-card-for-kids) ## [Celebrate the first day (+ your chance to win $1,000!)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-first-day-your-chance-to-win-1000) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Jul 27, 2021 1:43:45 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Email_Images/MSB/21Q3-BTS/msb-firstday/parent-blog-header-msbfirstday.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-first-day-your-chance-to-win-1000) Let’s celebrate the first day of school with **#MSBFirstDay**! Share your first day of school photo with us and you'll be entered to win a $100 American Express gift card throughout the back to school season. Plus, at the end of the sweepstakes, one lucky winner will receive our grand prize of an $1,000 American Express gift card! [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-first-day-your-chance-to-win-1000) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-first-day-your-chance-to-win-1000#comments-listing) Topics: [back to school](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/back-to-school), [Sweepstakes](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/sweepstakes) ## [3 Easy Steps: How to Update Your Payment Method](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/3-easy-steps-how-to-update-your-payment-method) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Jul 26, 2021 10:57:23 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/parent-blog-header-update-payment-method.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/3-easy-steps-how-to-update-your-payment-method) Get your account all set and ready for the new year! In just a few clicks, you can update your payment method and add a new card.   [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/3-easy-steps-how-to-update-your-payment-method) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/3-easy-steps-how-to-update-your-payment-method#comments-listing) Topics: [How to](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/topic/how-to) ## [Celebrate the last day of the 2020-21 school year with #MSBSchoolsOut](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-last-day-of-the-2020-21-school-year-with-msbschoolsout) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on May 26, 2021 2:50:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/msbschoolsout-blog-banner-v2.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-last-day-of-the-2020-21-school-year-with-msbschoolsout) After a school year like no other, let's celebrate the start of summer and capture the moment with **#MSBSchoolsOut**. [Read More](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-last-day-of-the-2020-21-school-year-with-msbschoolsout) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/celebrate-the-last-day-of-the-2020-21-school-year-with-msbschoolsout#comments-listing) ## [Fun and free Valentine's Day puzzle crafts for kids](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/fun-and-free-valentines-day-puzzle-crafts-for-kids) Posted by [Claire Whelen](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/author/claire-whelen) on Feb 3, 2021 4:18:29 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/MSB-Vday-Blog-Banner.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb/fun-and-free-valentines-day-puzzle-crafts-for-kids) Time for some*hearts* & craft! Get into the February spirit with our Valentine's Day Puzzle Coloring Book. Color and cut your own Valentine's themed puzzles to keep or give to a friend. 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