For Dreamers, Thinkers and Achievers
By Paola, 17, junior Volunteer work is something high school students have on their mind constantly because they need a certain number of hours to fulfill graduation requirements. The number of hours depends on the county/state. Last summer, I volunteered at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) and got a total of 192 hours. Although I […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 17, junior Recently, I read Rich Dad Poor Dad for Teens: The Secrets About Money That You Don’t Learn in School! Robert T. Kiyosaki, a successful businessman who enjoys sharing tips and experiences with others, wrote this book. The original book for adults is Rich Dad Poor Dad. I’m going off to university soon […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Facebook and Twitter have become the center of our social lives. We connect with friends and share memories easier than ever through these websites. Although they’re fun to use and can sometimes have benefits, such as being able to contact someone who doesn’t have a phone, the websites can also be […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Every time I try to convince my parents that it’s time for me to get a job, they always tell me the same thing, “Your only job is to focus on your grades and health!” I think it’s time for them to move on from that. I’m so organized that I […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Independence is something our parents teach us from a very young age. They’ve always told us, “Don’t depend on someone to do your homework for you!” and “Don’t rely on someone to give you information, find out yourself!” However, in our teens, we sink back into dependency. Now, we rely on […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Most of us have been through it and know the feeling all too well: the break-up mood. Over the past few months, I’ve noticed that my friends and other girls often get into a really depressing mood after they’ve gone through a breakup with their boyfriend or girlfriend. That’s perfectly acceptable. […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Most girls my age got new shoes, accessories and cellphones for the start of school. I got new running shoes, workout videos and a scale for my weight loss program. As I wrote at the beginning of the summer, I’ve struggled with my weight for a very long time. I wanted […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Most teenagers, I think, don’t apply themselves in school anymore. They just want to get their 2.0 GPA and graduate. They don’t strive for anything higher. I learned from a very young age to try my hardest and challenge myself, which is why I was put in the gifted program in first […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior When I decided to lose weight this summer, I realized that I needed to drastically change my eating habits. I ate junk food at least once a week and a bunch of snacks, mostly chips or gold fish, throughout the day. On my new eating plan, I discovered that you don’t […]
Continue ReadingBy Paola, 16, junior Many girls wear baggy clothing, thinking that no one will figure out that they’re trying to hide their bodies. In reality, the oversized clothes make them look worn down and lazy. Hiding under clothes instead of playing up your best features affects your self-esteem and confidence. I know from personal experience. […]
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