How much do you know about politics? If you say “not much,” you fall into the category of the vast majority of teenagers. Only 22% of students are “proficient” in civics comprehension, according...
Imagine working in a sweatshop from the age of 10, toiling for 13-14 hours a day in dark, dirty, and unhygienic conditions to make only 18 dollars per month. This is the life of Arifa, a 30-year-old woman...
Starting high school is an important milestone in every student’s life. But amidst the excitement of transitioning into this new chapter comes a lot of stress and nerves about the unknown–– the social...
As rates of teenagers struggling with depression and anxiety have significantly risen over the last decade, getting enough sleep is imperative for both mental and physical health. However, very few students...
The first time I ever put on Schmopium, a style of clothing that emphasizes darkness and moodiness, I was 14 years old. It was at my friend Alejandro Kohn Rabassa’s house, and when he told me that he...
According to the National Society Anxiety Center, more people fear public speaking than spiders, heights or even death. Similarly, Forbes Magazine reported that nearly 75% of the entire population fear...
When you last found a hole in your sock, was your reaction to take out your sewing kit and patch up the hole, or did you immediately order a new pair? For many, the latter prevails every time. Just this...
Every Friday afternoon in fifth grade, my first-grade reading buddy and I sat outside under the warm Los Angeles sun next to a stack of brightly-colored picture books. Shining eyes followed fingers underlining...
Prejudice is not natural. Prejudice is taught. In our homes, sports teams and schools, young boys learn to hate the gender that granted them life. In front of our entire class of eighth-grade boys, a male...
When should you invest in a Roth IRA? What’s the difference between Perkins and Stafford loans? What are the different types of 529 plans? When should you deposit money into a CD versus a regular savings...
The United Nations, an international organization founded to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries, was founded on equality. It gives each country, no matter how small, one vote to speak...
Visualize this: It’s a typical Tuesday morning, and instead of reading through textbooks, we’re scrutinizing a chair on Arden Lawn. We’re trying to put into words how the humble chair relies on pillars...
