category: high school life

  • how to take notes | video post

    note taking: no one ever really teaches you how to do it, and yet it’s a huge part of learning and getting good grades. check out our latest video on how to take notes! seriously, good notes are a game changer.

  • i’ve failed a high school class! now what?

    this week i learned that assuming that certain things will happen isn’t the best mindset. yet i’m going to go out on a limb and assume that if you’re reading this article, it’s likely you’ve failed a high school class. if you’ve just learned the news, i’d recommend taking a day or two before coming…

  • creating a positive student/teacher relationship

    creating a positive student/teacher relationship is important for your current and future success. find out how to foster one in this post.

  • making the most of the time between thanksgiving and winter break

    if you are a high school junior or senior, there is a lot to do between now and winter break. in this article, learn how to make the most of your time!

  • introduction to the i.b. diploma programme

    hello, magooshers. mr. b here. today i’m writing an article about a topic close to my heart: the international baccalaureate (i.b.) diploma programme. many years ago i was an i.b. student. in fact, i was one of the first 10 students in tennessee to earn the i.b. diploma. to say the least, it was an…

  • 5 tips to reboot your summer activities

    it’s important to rest and recharge over the summer, but it is equally important to find some way to challenge yourself. admissions committees want to see that high schools students are taking these few months off to engage with their communities, learn new things, and pursue their passions.

  • ten revolutionary digital history resources

    history can be absolutely fascinating–but it can be difficult to become excited about the subject matter when everyone involved is dead and the closest you get to the subject matter is your dull textbook. thankfully, we have the internet to not only provide us with priceless vines, but also some fun history resources! take a…

  • coping with college decisions

    navigating the college admissions process is a long, difficult journey. but luckily, the deadline is almost here, and your college decisions will be rolling in soon. how, exactly, should you be preparing for your college decisions?

  • what to do when you oversleep

    when i woke up this morning, i looked at the clock and had a dreadful realization—i had overslept. although i was freaking out a little at first, i learned to successfully deal with the situation. here’s what to do if accidentally wake up much later than planned.

  • why you should join your school newspaper

    whether you’re in high school or college, joining your school newspaper may well be one of the best decisions you ever make.