The New 4-Year Limit on International Students Is an American Problem
College Applications and AdmissionsA rule aimed at foreign students will raise tuition for domestic families, drain local economies, and push mor...Read More
Gratitude Practices for Teens: Simple Ways to Boost Positivity & Perspective
Mental Health and Well-BeingLife can feel overwhelming sometimes, especially when your focus shifts to what’s going wrong or what you’re m...Read More
How Sleep Deprivation Impacts Your Brain, Mood & Grades (And How to Fix It)
Mental Health and Well-BeingBetween school, homework, activities, social life, and maybe even a job, finding time for sleep can be tough. ...Read More
Creative Outlets for Stress Relief: Art, Music, Writing & More
Mental Health and Well-BeingFeeling overwhelmed by school, activities, or just life in general? Sometimes talking it out or going for a wa...Read More
Healthy Conflict Resolution Skills for Teenagers (Friends, Family, Group Projects)
Mental Health and Well-BeingLet’s be real — disagreements happen. You might argue with friends, clash with family, or hit friction during ...Read More
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Normalizing Mental Health Conversations & Reducing Stigma
Mental Health and Well-BeingLife — especially in your teen years — can be a rollercoaster -full of ups and downs. Feeling stressed, anxiou...Read More
Navigating Academic Anxiety: From Test Stress to Presentation Panic
Mental Health and Well-BeingSchool can be demanding. Juggling classes, homework, tests, projects, and presentations can quickly lead to st...Read More
Ethical Considerations in Portfolio Building: Citing Sources, Giving Credit & Avoiding Plagiarism
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYour portfolio is a showcase of your abilities and accomplishments. Maintaining honesty and integrity in how y...Read More
The One-Page Resume Rule: When to Break It (and How) for College Applications
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYou’ve probably heard the golden rule: keep your resume to one page. For most job applications and many ...Read More
Getting Granular: Showcasing Specific Software & Tech Skills (Beyond “Microsoft Office”)
Resume and Portfolio BuildingAlmost everyone uses basic computer programs these days. Listing “Proficient in Microsoft Office” ...Read More
Portfolio Content Checklist: What to Gather BEFORE You Start Building
Resume and Portfolio BuildingSo, you’ve decided to create a digital portfolio for your college applications or job search. That’s gre...Read More
The “Brag Sheet” Revisited: Using It to Power Your Resume AND Recommendations
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYou’ve probably heard about making a “brag sheet” for your teachers or counselors when askin...Read More