Throughout life, there will be several challenges, some easier than others. Although the ones that knock you down can be tough, it was probably for the better. Failure isn’t necessarily something to be ashamed of; it’s more of something to learn from. The word failure in the dictionary is a “lack of success”; however, Albert Einstein put it best when he said, “Failure is success … Continue reading It’s OK to fail
Upon Further Reflection, I am satisfied with what I have accomplished in this paper. From interviewing critical local politicians, sheriffs, and other individuals, to going to New York City and studying under the watchful eye of the New York Times, I’ve truly achieved most of the goals I have set for myself. However, what would I recommend for any aspiring Journalist? What would I want … Continue reading Upon Further Reflection…What Do I Recommend?
In these last 40 days of high school, there is stress, relief, happiness, and sadness. Looking at the calendar, I realize how little I have left of high school. It’s starting to make sense of why past seniors have said this year goes by so fast. As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” I hope it is also true for students’ success. As … Continue reading Final Stretch of Senior Year
For the past two weeks, I’ve put myself on a personal weight loss goal. I’ve been severely overweight for several years, starting after the COVID-19 Pandemic, like many other members of my generation. The lockdown basically left me stuck inside my house for weeks at a time, and even if I could leave, I would often find myself retreating back to my house within several … Continue reading My Experience Cutting Weight (Or Trying)
“Doomscrolling” is defined as spending excessive time reading large quantities of news, particularly negative news, on social media. Doom scrolling came about with the rise of the mobile phone and social media in general during the 2000s and 2010s. However, the exact term came about in the 2020s, an era which I believe has been defined by Doomscrolling. Social media algorithms, which have had years … Continue reading Stop Doomscrolling
An ongoing road improvement project on South Roosevelt Boulevard in Key West has started nearing completion in Spring 2025. Originally started in January 2023, the project’s main goal was to raise the road itself in several places, install several pedestrian crosswalks throughout the road, and install flood mitigation devices to help preserve the road against tidal flooding. These improvements are also part of a broader … Continue reading South Roosevelt Blvd Road Improvement Nears Completion
Many clubs have been started in the past few years, and the 2025 incoming freshman orientation is coming up in a few days. Here’s what Key West High School (KWHS) offers. From academics to athletics and even extracurricular activities, there’s always something for someone. In academics, numerous advanced placement (AP) and honors classes will boost your grade point average (GPA) and look better for college … Continue reading What Key West High School Offers
My activities increased exponentially once school was back in session after winter break. As this is my last semester of high school and I know where I’m going to college, I now have scholarships to apply for, mock trial district and state competitions, although I do have track and field to look forward to at the end of each day. As of this week, the … Continue reading Senior Year Update: Second Semester
High School for most Americans is a short time of their lives that will have an incredibly out-sized influence on their future and lives as a whole. It could be decades after you graduate, and people may still recognize you from that one time you were in their 5th-period biology class in 10th grade. How you do in High School, from academics to your social … Continue reading An Assorted List of High School Tips
When people think of Key West, they usually think of the nightlife, beaches, and tourist destinations. However, there’s more to Key West and the rest of the keys than just the common tourist attractions. There are three major high schools in the Florida Keys: Key West, Coral Shores, and Marathon, Key West High School (KWHS) is the biggest, with about 1,300 students. When the students … Continue reading Key West from a Teen’s Perspective
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