My usual babeling bullets:
We got lucky. In our Georgia school district we have gone to "year round school". They start 1-Aug, but, get a break in mid-sep and Presidents week! The mid sep is a fantastic time!
Out perfect dates end this year! Our oldest starts college next year! We are now worried - will he want to go? College kids seem to have better things to do with their time!
On the young college kid - my feeling is - if he does not want to go - then so be it! More points for me!
When we bought I realized in my mind the beauty in how our DVC ownership/usage will evolve over time:
1) It has been great for the kids while they were young.
2) When they get in college - I see us giving them our points to have a week to spend with their college friends (I will publish the dates well in advance so you all stay away!).
3) Eventually my Grandchildren will think of me as the greatest Grandfather walking the planet! 5 Years ago I invested in their future vacation pad!
Lastly, I would love to purchase a contract for my kids to own. I am thinking hard of starting them out with a 25 to 100 point contract when they graduate from college. That is my thought at least!
When I kick, my kids will still love me! They will spread my ashes on DVC property!
So, I personally think DVC will grow with your family through the years!