One other thing...in case someone's kid falls for this scam, parents should remember that in most states minors cannot be held to the terms of a contract. So if the telemarketer shows up at your door with a product supposedly ordered by your minor child, you don't have to accept it or pay for it.

I'd also tell them where they can stick their appreciation plaque.  :)

They got your child's name and address from the publicly available school directory.

called for my 15 yr old daughter by name, on my cell phone, the last 2 evenings. First time gave name Carlos, did not know name or number so I said she couldn't come to phone. Second time, no name, different voice, & I said she wasn't there. Now next time I won't answer. My cell is listed first instead of home at school, so I sent email to principal with details.

Some rude female hung up on me after I told her that my 15 years old son was not available.

They've called for my 17 year old daughter when asked why they call and say she is unavailable they hang up.