6 Simple Tips to Reduce High School Stress

6 Simple Tips to Reduce High School Stress

by Jennifer L. It’s that time of year when high school feels like a never-ending to-do list – tests, deadlines, and plans piling up fast.  It’s no wonder it can get overwhelming. The good news? There are 6 simple and healthy tips to manage that stress and keep your mental health in check. 1. Get OrganizedStress often builds up when things feel out of control. Using a planner or a

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Which Paragraphs Would You Rather Read?

Which Paragraphs Would You Rather Read?

by Kathleen M. If you were a college admissions officer and had the opportunity to read hundreds of personal narratives, what would you want to read? Sometimes it is fun to imagine yourself as the audience.  So as you read the three introductions below, think about which essay you would like to read and why. Once you have read through, click on the Details tab to find out what I

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Data Shows Greater Graduation Rates for U.S. High Schoolers

According to the Huffington Post, the U.S. Education Department has released recent data which shows that for 2013-14, the U.S. high school graduation rate had reached as high as 82 percent. A more detailed breakdown of that information can be found at the Huffington Post article.

Be a Better Student with these Time-Saving Tips

Current high school students may feel a certain sympathy with Alice’s White Rabbit, who shouts “I’m late!” everywhere it runs. However, to keep a better handle on a busy schedule and to help reduce stress, students should consider using a few of the 7 time management techniques from the Huffington Post.