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farahomarelbarbary
Apr 21, 20212 min read
Breaking Down Burnout
Anyone can experience burnout. Understanding where it comes from is what can help you build a healthier relationship with yourself.
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farahomarelbarbary
Mar 11, 20212 min read
How to Polish Up Your Presentation Skills
Gaining presentation skills does not only prepare you for school presentations, but prepare you for an opportunity of future growth.
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mchiusaroli
Mar 11, 20213 min read
The Why's and How's of Note-taking
Listening to a long lecture requires a kind of mental focus that even the most diligent students can struggle with. Since it can be...
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farahomarelbarbary
Feb 23, 20212 min read
Future Focus and Pursuing a Plan
Planning for your future will give you an advantageous step ahead. Whether you plan to intern, volunteer, or shadow, a solid work experience
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farahomarelbarbary
Feb 1, 20213 min read
Facing the Enemy, Procrastination
Managing procrastination can be difficult. But, finding the right way to organize your tasks and decisions can make the biggest difference.
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mchiusaroli
Jan 26, 20212 min read
5 Sites for Self-Directed Learning Content
Right now, students are spending more time than ever in front of a screen. Meanwhile, teachers are scrambling to digitize course content...
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farahomarelbarbary
Dec 30, 20202 min read
Finding the Right Amount of Stress
Understanding the coping mechanisms that aid in managing stress is vital to improve the progression of an individual's life.
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farahomarelbarbary
Dec 11, 20203 min read
How ‘Fitting in’ and Your Locus of Control are Connected
I made my way through the hallways, whilst nervously looking around me at the people passing by. I hate being new. Between having to make...
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DaisyMae VanValkenburgh
Mar 9, 20202 min read
Creating The Right Study Space
Finding the right space to study can be one of the most difficult, yet one of the most important things for you to do.
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Megan Pietruszewski
Nov 12, 20195 min read
Writing a paper or making a presentation? Make an outline: Here’s why
Have you ever found yourself writing a paper and then being 200 words over the word count? Or what about writing seemingly forever, but...
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Megan Pietruszewski
Sep 19, 20194 min read
How to Write a Good Email to a Teacher
Have you ever written an email to a teacher and received a late reply, or one that didn’t really answer the question you were asking? In...
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Megan Pietruszewski
Sep 15, 20194 min read
Imposter Syndrome
A knot of anxiety bundled in my stomach. I felt my breathing become faster, and my cheeks flush red. I was sitting in class, so...
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Catharine Edgar
Jun 23, 20192 min read
Scholarships: True Stories
Recently in the news, students are being recognized for receiving amazing amounts of scholarships. As stated in a previous post,...
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Barbara Bolton Rohrich
Jun 11, 20193 min read
No Man (or Teen) Is an Island
Our teen years are the most difficult years for trying to fit in with others. Teens are transitioning into young men and women who will...
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Catharine Edgar
May 29, 20192 min read
Why You Shouldn't Overlook Community College
Community colleges have bad reputations. Many times they are seen as back-up plans or last resorts for students, or only for parents to...
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smithsierra45
May 22, 20192 min read
Using Your Phone as a Study Tool
Ideally all students have a distraction-free atmosphere with the luxury of time to dedicate to homework, studying, projects, etc. If you...
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Catharine Edgar
May 15, 20192 min read
Scholarships: Where Do I Start?
The price tag for college can seem intimidating. How are you expected to pay thousands of dollars a semester and then be able to pay...
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Catharine Edgar
May 7, 20193 min read
What to Consider When Applying to College
In a previous post, the reasons why you should go to college were discussed. Now that you know you want to go to college, how do you pick...
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Catharine Edgar
Apr 30, 20194 min read
Prepping for the SAT and ACT
You've probably seen the signs around your school saying, "Sign up now for the SAT!", "Have you registered for the PSAT?", or "How to get...
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