Identity theft is often associated with adults who may have lost their savings to criminals. When most people think of identity theft, teenagers don’t typically come to mind. Criminals, however, are targeting school aged children and seizing the opportunity to ruin their credit even before…
For many teens, the thing they are most looking forward to as the school year ends is vacation, and stress–free days. After many months of mentally exhausting work, projects, and presentations, it’s understandable why students just want to relax. Even though it’s very tempting to…
There are things that you need to accomplish before you go to college so that when you arrive you’re organized and ready to take on new challenges. Below are some tips to help you get started:
Recently I went on a service learning trip for my environment class. My friend and I decided to go to Cradles for Crayons in Brighton, MA. Before I signed up to volunteer there, I never knew this organization existed. I learned that this organization w2as…
First signs of spring in New England: warmer weather, trees budding, school year winding down, and FRUIT! After the long winter we had, it was a welcome sign that summer is approaching. Berries, including blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries, are in season in the month of…
Imagine the following situation: You’re at a party, and you see two people fighting, then one person hits the other. Many other people witness this, yet no one does anything about it. This is known as the “Bystander Effect,” when the presence of others somehow…
Dear Ali, I’m writing you this letter from your future 22-year-old self. You’re in your last month of high school, so excited to graduate and start the next chapter of your life. Savor every moment of it because those memories will be with you for…
Applying to college is extremely stressful. Now imagine applying to only ONE school, under the agreement that you’ll have to attend that school if you’re accepted. That’s a huge gamble and risk, and that’s exactly the risk I took when I applied to Tufts University…
Do you know what the difference is between a portion size and a serving size? If you don’t, you’re not alone! I’m studying to be a dietitian and even I get confused sometimes. A serving size is the amount of food that it is recommended…
While I was in Florida with my family I saw Divergent, a new action film holding one of the top box office spots for the third weekend in a row. The movie is based on Veronica Roth’s bestselling young adult novel about a dystopian post-apocalyptic…