Tag Archives: high-school

It May Be a Sputnik Moment, but Science Fairs Are Lagging

Participation in high school science fairs appears to be declining, and many teachers blame the administration’s own policy.
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National Briefing | WEST: California: Charge Dropped Over Wrestling Move

A high school wrestler in suburban Fresno was cleared of criminal wrongdoing on Thursday, after being accused of sexually assaulting a younger wrestler during a 2010 practice.
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The Choice: College Search, Ailing Mother

Sophia Gimenez, a high school senior from Denver, wonders if she can balance the college search with her mother's diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
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The Choice: Applications Increase at Harvard

An institution that is, arguably, among the nation's most prestigious continues to exert its pull on a disproportionate number of high school seniors.
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The Choice: Juniors, Start Your Engines

A college counselor suggests that high school juniors take a deep breath, then begin their college search by imagining "that you've already graduated."
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Education Life: A L♥ng-Distance Affair

Relationships that began in high school can go on, and on, and on, thanks to Skype.
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The Choice: A Fear of Silencing the ‘Inner Voice of Childhood Dreams’

As Kori Hazel, a high school senior from Denver, contemplates a possible college major, or majors, he wonders how to reconcile those plans with his dreams of becoming a professional songwriter.
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The Choice: A Decision Letter From Yale

In reacting to an important piece of news, a high school senior takes his cues from a family pet.
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The Choice: Me, in 500 Words or Less

A high school senior wonders how to respond to the essay prompts on college applications, including what makes him "unique and colorful'' and how best to "let my life speak.''
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The Choice: Checklists for Those Applying

"Advice to help you keep your sanity and not alienate your parents or high school counselor.''
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