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Useful Tips to Keep You in Style for Summer
Shockingly, as teenagers become more interested in fashion each year, following new trends and styles seems to be harder for some than others. Keeping up with fashion can be painful, especially when budgets are low. Use these tips to help you figure out what you’ve been doing wrong… or right this summer. Don’t worry, we’ve [...]
Graduation: One Step Closer
I remember when I was in kindergarten my best friend Lesly and I used to fight a lot over colored pencils. I can’t remember much about 4th grade except that we were always together playing around, learning new songs and simply worrying about what the next day would bring. Now, in 8th grade, we’re planning [...]
Keeping it Real on Prom Night
Photo by indybarb2002 on Flickr.com Prom night is one of the most popular topics among students right now. Many students are in search of the perfect outfit, the perfect date and the perfect party. For most of us, all the preparations are a ton of fun. However, there is a huge difference between a middle [...]
Early Signs of Teen Dating Abuse-Don’t be a Victim
Photo Credit: michi003 Are you a victim or do you know someone who is a victim of an abusive relationship? If the answer to this question is yes, speak up and do not let it happen anymore. Falling in love is a great feeling, but as teenagers we need to learn the real meaning of [...]
Know When to Say “No”
Picture Credit: Ninos_Gun Imagine the next scenario: “Hurry before she comes!” whispered Dana. “C’mon she’s busy, she won’t notice”. Everybody left the classroom and while kids were passing through the hallways Dana and her “friend” Lea went back to the classroom. Lea approached the math teacher’s desk hoping to at least take $100 from the [...]
Youth Comments on Gang Violence
Are you related to youth involved in gang activity? Are you afraid that your child will join surrounding neighborhood gangs? I have lived in this community all my life and trust me! I don’t I understand what’s the importance of joining one. As teenage years hit, we have to start making hard decisions in life. [...]
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