With finals season here, many college and high school students are studying for class finals and end-of-year exams. One of the most significant problems among the younger generation is learning and staying on task for an extended time. There are multiple ways to get work done, whether it’s a unique technique or something you found on the internet, it’s best to go with what works … Continue reading Best Ways to Study (from a High School Senior)
If you want to get into a good college and are still in middle school or freshman year of high school but don’t know where to start then here is what you need to do. There are 3 steps to prepare to apply for a good college and successfully get in. First what is recommended is to “Take challenging classes in core academic courses”, Next … Continue reading Preparation for college
Your Junior year of High School in the United States is the most difficult time of your younger years of life. From the start of the year, where you have many new and difficult courses given to you, along with multiple college opportunities and potential internships, followed by the end of the year, when many of your older friends graduate, and when you finally near … Continue reading On “Preparing” For College
Urban College campuses make up about 68% of all American colleges, according to the APLU. These campuses are generically grouped together as being located within the boundaries of a large metropolitan area, such as Columbia University in Upper Manhattan, Florida International University in West Miami, and UCLA in Los Angeles. There are many examples of urban campuses across the country, and they come in many … Continue reading Urban College Campuses, The Best Of All Worlds
On November 11th, 2004, Christopher ‘Andre’ Otto was born out of the womb without knowing what his future had in store for him: a division one (D1) college football offensive lineman at Florida State University (FSU). “I’ve stuck to football for most of my life,” explained Otto. “I’ve been playing since first grade.” However, that long journey since little league football has not been all … Continue reading Otto tackling his future
The temperature has begun to fall slowly, by just a few degrees, and a slight wind chill is in the air. A perfect time to watch the rain fall down the window and sip a nice, hot cup of tea, while reading a good book. As autumn approaches, the seniors at Key West High School (KWHS) cannot share this same sense of ease and relaxation. … Continue reading Anxious Autumn Applications
As a senior in high school, I can tell you that high school is a lot to handle. You have your normal school work, tests, final exams, etc. for all four years, but once you hit your senior year you also have to worry about college applications (if you’re going to college). I’ve felt the stress these past few weeks from applying to 12 different … Continue reading Using exercise to ease educational stress
Going to college is scary, regardless of where you’re going or where you’re from. After scouring the internet, and a multitude of interviews, the biggest tip is to go to class. Skipping class could lead to falling behind, and falling behind has many consequences. Another common tip is to study. Setting aside time to study is beneficial, but witing until the last minute could … Continue reading College Tips
Applying for college is no joke. A single application can determine your life: where you’re going, what you’re doing, etc. So the anxiety amongst high school seniors is extremely high. “I base my entire happiness and self-worth on whether I get into this college of my dreams, and that just brings a lot of pressure on me,” stated Emma Scepkova, a current senior at Key … Continue reading College applications affecting the sanity of seniors
Every day, people make decisions: who to text, what to wear, where to eat. Many of these choices are somewhat unimportant and meaningless. However, there comes a time in a student’s life where they must make one of the greatest decisions they may face; where, or if, they will attend college. The seniors of Key West High School (KWHS) have finally reached this final decision … Continue reading Siddharth Singh Sets Off For Brown!
The Snapper 