By Leanne Beane When organizing a bedroom, there are a few key ideas to keep in mind. The first is safety. Furniture should not cover any potential exits, such as doorways or windows. Partially covering these areas is fine, but there should be enough room for an individual to escape if there is an emergency. Vents should also remain uncovered to allow proper air flow … Continue reading How to design a bedroom
By: Angelique Taylor “Her Heart for a Compass” is written by Sarah Ferguson, a former wife of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, third child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Sarah Ferguson wrote this book to tell the love story of her great great aunt, Lady Margaret. The story “Her Heart for a Compass” begins with a young commoner, Lady Margaret … Continue reading Will she ever find true love?
By Leanne Beane What is a college scholarship? A college scholarship is a free sum of money provided to students to help cover college-related expenses. They are typically provided by colleges or college-based institutions, but many areas possess additional scholarships that are sponsored by community members. Scholarships can be based upon academic achievements, co-curricular or extracurricular activities, hobbies, areas of study, and volunteering among other … Continue reading College scholarship deadlines approach
By: Angelique Taylor 2022 is another year, a new beginning. There will be new opportunities, new people to meet, and things will happen that you can and cannot control. Use this 2022 survival guide to help you get through things with a clear conscience. This will let you understand your potential and expand your knowledge without limiting yourself. I – Keep a open mind Keeping … Continue reading 3 Survival tips for going into 2022
By Savannah Higley Many people experience what some may call “the winter blues.” But few know that there’s a form of these blues that’s much more severe, enough to receive a formal diagnosis. That diagnosis is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), more commonly known as Seasonal Depression. Seasonal depression is triggered by the changing seasons, most commonly spanning the length of winter. Though there is an … Continue reading Seasonal Affective Disorder sufferers might find relief in Light Therapy
by Kasie Fisher Have you ever struggled with getting your friends and family Christmas gifts on a budget? I know I have and if you are experiencing the same issue for this holiday season, you are in luck! Here are some pocket friendly gifts for you to get your loved ones of all ages. 1. A Fuzzy Blanket – During the winter months in Ohio, … Continue reading Five great gifts to give to your friends and family this holiday season
by Abbie Stokes Recently over Thanksgiving break, I took a trip to the UK for vacation and to look at different universities. One of the cities I visited was Bristol, a port city on the western edge of England. Five Reasons Why Bristol Is Great Food There are a great variety of restaurants in Bristol- and there are many places that are very accommodating for … Continue reading 5 Reasons why you should visit Bristol, England
By Abbie Stokes Skin care is something that everyone can truly enjoy- everyone has skin, and skin needs moisture, especially nearing the winter months when dryness is most despised. I went on a quest to find an all-around solid moisturizer that is good for all skin types. What I found was the “Peach Slices Snail Rescue Oil Free Moisturizer” from Korean-American brand Peach & Lily. … Continue reading Product Review: Snail slime in skincare?
By Grace Ruiz We’ve all heard it: The more education you have, the more money you make. But is that actually true? With many seniors and even juniors setting their sights on college, it’s important to understand all possible options, especially for people who don’t think college would fit them best. Apprenticeships and trade school, while costing less, can lead to a job that is … Continue reading College education doesn’t always equal a bigger income
By Abbie Stokes Welcome to volume 2 of the Byrd’s Nest! This time we’re covering three new questions and providing three new solutions for problems submitted by Bellbrook High School students! Q: How many AP classes to take? How to study for AP exams? A: To be entirely honest, the amount of AP classes you take really depends on what subject you are going to … Continue reading Byrd’s Nest Vol. 2
