Students share effective strategies for managing stress in high school

By: Summer Bixler One of the most common factors in high school is the stress that comes with it. Whether it comes to homework, drama, or family issues, everyone finds themselves in a time of stress. Everyone reacts differently to stressors in their lives, but it’s important to find a method that works for you to help relieve the stress. Luckily, there are several different … Continue reading Students share effective strategies for managing stress in high school

Gifts on a budget: How to save money while putting heart into it

By Brendan Clementz At this time of April, my family celebrates many birthdays in quick succession, which, now that I’ve committed to buying gifts for my siblings, has begun seriously draining what savings I have. For those who wish to save their money as much as possible while still getting something for a loved one, here are some ideas for gifts that mean a lot … Continue reading Gifts on a budget: How to save money while putting heart into it

Prom prep tips for a stress-free night

By: Summer Bixler For most high school students, prom is a night filled with both fun and memories. It’s one of the most classic high school traditions that people look forward to throughout the whole school year. From picking out your look, to finding a place to eat and take pictures with your friends or date, there’s a lot of preparation involved with the event. … Continue reading Prom prep tips for a stress-free night

Doing your darndest to deal with deadlines 

By Brendan Clementz It’s said that there are two certainties in life — death and taxes — and part of what makes them so certain are that they are deadlines, in one way or another. Deadlines exist in practically every area of work, and yet many people, myself included, struggle with keeping up with them despite experience with them. Here are some ways that you … Continue reading Doing your darndest to deal with deadlines 

How to study!

By Ashtyn Praeter. Studying for different classes requires various strategies that are tailored to the demands of each subject.  Learning how to study in specialized ways for each class helps students maximize their full learning potential. How can students study for different classes? The ways that students study are just as important as the environment they study in. To maximize the effectiveness of studying, being … Continue reading How to study!

How to beat senioritis

By Ashtyn Praeter. Senioritis is the common phenomenon among high school seniors as they near the end of their high school academic career. It is a decline in motivation and effort which typically leads to procrastination and a drop in performance and attendance. However, beating senioritis is crucial. Finishing strong and setting a positive tone is very important for the young students in our school. … Continue reading How to beat senioritis

5 sentimental Valentines Day gifts for your partner

By: Kacy Solomon Valentine’s Day is the perfect way to show either your partner or your loved ones how much they mean to you. If you’re looking for V-Day inspiration, here are five good gift ideas to celebrate the holiday: 1: Flowers Although it is one of the most basic gifts for your loved one, it’s still a classic that anyone would be happy receiving. … Continue reading 5 sentimental Valentines Day gifts for your partner

5 easy and trendy Christmas gifts for teen girls

By: Summer BixlerAs Christmas approaches, everyone is scrambling to buy some last-minute gifts for their loved ones. Finding the perfect gifts for a teenage girl can be tricky, with new trends coming out everyday. No matter what she’s into, there are plenty of gifts that are guaranteed to make her feel special this holiday season. A new water bottleA staple in almost everyone’s life is … Continue reading 5 easy and trendy Christmas gifts for teen girls