category: high school life
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what really matters in high school
high school students often tend to think that minor problems, such as one failed test or a fight with a friend, are the end of the world. years (or even months) later, these issues seem silly. now that i’ve graduated, i can look back and say what really mattered in high school and what didn’t.
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four ways to save money this summer
as a high school student, it’s always great to have some extra cash. but if you’re a graduated senior starting college in the fall, saving money is critical. here are four ways to do it.
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need a job this summer? here’s how to find one!
helpful tips for a productive summer from snagajob! each year, snagajob, america’s largest hourly employment network, surveys employers to gain insight on the summer job market. it looks like the summer of 2015 will be a great one for jobs! we talked to over 1000 employers in the restaurant, hospitality, and retail industries to find…
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four of my biggest regrets about high school
since i just graduated a few days ago, i’ve been feeling rather nostalgic about high school. i’ve been reminiscing on the good old days of tennis season, dance rehearsal, and debate practice. but although there were good times, there were definitely also some bad times.
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why every student should volunteer abroad
back in march, 11 of my classmates and i travelled to san miguel de allende, mexico to volunteer at a preschool called centro infantil san pablo. we were excited for the trip, but we didn’t really have a true idea of what was in store for us. the experience ended up being life changing.
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19 must-watch high school movies
ahhh, high school. the time of prom, sats, rumors, drama and college applications. here are 19 classic movies about these pivotal four years between childhood and adulthood. grease (1978) high school has changed a lot since the fifties (or a 1970s representation of the fifties?), but a few things remain the same. there have…
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nine youtube videos that will help you destress
we all need a study break sometimes. take a moment to forget about all of the stress of finals and watch some cute animal videos. here are my recommendations. happy cows after these cows escaped death, their love of life was visibly restored. if you’ve lost all hope, take a look at how…
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steps to getting a summer job
with summer at our fingertips, it’s that time to be seeking out summer jobs and, if you’re a senior, earning some money pre-college. that being said, if you’re unfamiliar with it, the path to employment can be a bit tricky to navigate. below is a step-by-step walk through of what to generally be prepared for.…
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how to speed up your morning routine
with finals approaching, you’re probably pretty stressed out, especially in the mornings, when it feels like you have a million things to do and no time to do them. well, never fear because i’m here to help you get all of your morning tasks done efficiently so that you can minimize as much stress as…
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5 to-do’s before graduation
whether you’re rejoicing or mourning at the conclusion of the school year, the days we’ve got left are disappearing fast. it’s a weird kind of time for seniors, one in which nobody really knows how to feel. nostalgic about our fleeting youth? excited for the transition into “adulthood”? there’s definitely some fear and anxiety that…