Mental health struggles increasingly affect teenagers
Over the past few years, mental health struggles in teenagers drastically increased. Mental health has gained light but still consists of stigma. According to the CDC, in 2019 approximately one…
Students gain recognition for academic excellence
National Merit scholarship semi-finalists receive honor National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists earn recognition for meeting high academic standards and top scores on the PSAT. About 16,000 students earn this honor and…
Top of Class: Kayla Costin’s school involvement drives her to overcome procrastination
Kayla Costin is one of 27 valedictorians. What college do you plan to attend? “University of Georgia” What is your intended major? “Animal Health” What other colleges have accepted you?…
Gap year provides students with new experiences
In a world that constantly changes, social and educational norms evolve everyday. A gap year is a year between leaving school and starting college or university that is usually spent…
High school sports enhance students well-being
Although people attribute the nation’s mediocrity in education to America’s passion with high school sports, a greater pool of evidence suggests that school-sponsored sport programs provide safe outlets from crime…
Barahona sets high goals
Balancing school, family and extracurricular activities throughout high school can be a tough task, but senior Elizabeth Barahona feels it is vital to reaching her goal of being a justice…