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Why School Should Start Later
Do you hate waking up in the morning? High school students are waking up as early as six o’clock to begin their day. Some even earlier! The unreasonable morning start times for schools work against the natural sleep patterns of teens. Lack of sleep can result in decreased brain power, as well as an increased chance of mood disorders. Students need a recommended eight and a half to nine and a half hours to properly function (Richmond). This is why school should start no earlier than 9 AM.
Maya KrapfPublished 6 years ago in EducationThe Difference You Make
We met for a conference today with a mom and a student. The student has, at least situationally speaking, anxiety that is paralyzing, and anxiety that brings the child to tears. She was sitting with her mom and a group of adults she had never met before, and we were all talking about her. This meeting could have been a case study in how we, as a society, should address and nurture matters of mental health the way we should, the way we need to; how we meet the needs of the whole child, something we don’t seem to talk about quite as much these days.
Mike LefkoPublished 6 years ago in EducationWriting Saved My Life
I have been writing for three years now. Words are more captivating than anything else that a lad like me can fathom. During my school years, I loved reading comic books and bible stories. They made me happy and added value to my life. The tales of Samson and Delilah gave me a glimpse of what happened in ancient times. In high school, my desire to read was growing, this made me to join academic related clubs to improve my learning skills. These clubs were very helpful to me and other students who joined in later. I learned so much about African history and my country, just in few week my grades changed and I began taking lead in history and geography subjects. You can imagine how a leap of faith can change a person’s life.
padili mikomangwaPublished 6 years ago in EducationWhat I Overcame
Most of us have faced big challenges and obstacles in life, and I’m sure that you struggled with them just like me. Difficult circumstances are unavoidable throughout everyday life, and how we handle them uncovers a more profound layer of our identity and what we think about most. The greatest part of those battles may have changed our identity or how we later moved toward life. Challenging circumstances take us past our consolation zone, trigger fears, and tensions, but moreover, have the control to end up moments of truth. In this light, challenges are the extreme muses for contemplation, advertising effective lessons around ourselves.
Dakota HillPublished 6 years ago in Education"Be Yourself!" They Said
Being the one who stands out in high school can mean a multitude of things to different students. The kid who has an unhealthy obsession with Percy Jackson books, the girl in the back of the classroom who collects crickets, or the boy who secretly loves the boy band that people cringe at when the name is whispered. I was different, but for something that may shock you.
Abigail YoungPublished 6 years ago in EducationThe Manifestation of Remediation
The Manifestation of Remediation “If I have a broken arm based on an x-ray, should everyone be asked to wear a cast?” This is the way David Goodwin, a Math Teacher at Bear Creek High School of Stockton, feels about the way grades are being applied to our learning community in the concept of group critique and individual growth.
V O I C E | OmniversePublished 6 years ago in EducationGet Comfortable With Discomfort
*This post references a few books and readings: Plato's "Allegory of the Cave", Charles Mooney's "Made Up Minds", and the meditations of Descartes. Part of this piece was an assignment I had for an English class, but I really liked ideas I had going so I decided to continue the paper and publish it.
Charlotte NovakPublished 6 years ago in Education10 Bachelor's Degree Programs You Never Knew Existed
A lot of people want to be the best at what they do, so they seek higher education. That's tough if you're talking about something broad like math or English; but if you get hyper-specific then it becomes easier. Just imagine graduating summa cum laude from one of the tippy-top of the nation's bachelor's degree programs specializing in citrus. You're going to be on the cover of Citrus magazine, one of the "thirty-under-thirty in citrus," and citrus magnates will be talking about you when they angrily scream, "Get me the best!" into their cellphones. Here are just ten pathways to being the best at something you didn't even know you could be the best in.
Devon ThomasPublished 6 years ago in EducationADHD and University
Hello, I'm Pinar. I am 18 and I was first diagnosed with ADHD just under a year ago when I was 17. It's safe to say that I was a tad bit of a shit show prior to my diagnosis.
Pinar MelisPublished 6 years ago in EducationLetter to High School Students Beginning College
Dear high school grad student, I am writing this letter to inform you on how to survive your first quarter in college. Obviously you’re coming from a high school where they tell you that college is the hardest thing you’ll ever do. The first thing you and your fellow students need to do this quarter is get the high school mentality out of your head. This includes all the bad habits, the drama, and the thoughts of how you’ll never succeed. However, if you're into smoking weed or doing drugs, I will say that that is you decision but if it interferes with your schooling or home life, I would suggest you cut down so you succeed. In reality, college is as hard as you make it out to be. As long as you stay away from all those things that will drag you farther away from success, and seek out the resources you need to be able to succeed, then you’ll be on top.
Rhiannon DeGrayPublished 6 years ago in Education5 Ways to Be a Successful Student in College
College is an exciting place to study and also to build a career. It is a place where students share and gain knowledge. It’s also a place where students can socialize and build lifelong friendships. Sometimes college can also be stressful and overwhelming. So, what are some of the ways that a student can reduce stress and be successful?
Tamanna Jahan Rimu, MSPublished 6 years ago in EducationI’m Sick of College and Want to Bury Myself
So far this academic year, I’ve managed to make no friends, only talk to about two people and I ham being constantly put down by my tutor. At the beginning of the year, I was experiencing extreme anxiety and depression due to events that had transpired in the previous year. When I first met my future “tutor” I told them about how I had been experiencing problems and at first they seemed almost supportive. Almost. They claimed that they had dealt with someone before who had experienced the same level of anxiety about being in the class. But the next time I saw them, without my mother, they told me to drop out. Whilst I was sitting opposite them having an anxiety attack, they started to tell me that maybe I should “take a year out” and that they don’t “usually recommend students go on medication” but i should try it. I left the college and tried to scratch the skin off of my face and rip my hair out.