My Last Name is Nguyen
When encountered by my teachers and peers, I am often asked the same question when they realize what my last name is, “are you Vietnamese?” The answer is “yes,” or at least partially. It is never meant to be an insult or anything of that sort, but I am often thrown into a spiral of […
Lifestyle from the Opposite Side of the World
Earlier this year my family and I travelled to Hong Kong. It had been a few years since we had travelled there, which meant that it was a fresh experience for me. There were many differences from the western lifestyle that surprised and shocked me but there were also many similarities that felt fami
Reflecting on My High School Experience: Anecdotes and Advice
One student's introspective look on high school, chock full of advice for incoming students and reminiscent anecdotes.
Me, My Stress, and I
Kids are more stressed out than ever, but there are ways to help. Follow Krishna Rajesh's journey through finding a solution to stress.
Being the New Girl
Serena Vivekanand was a new girl in her high school. Here are some of the tips she wishes she knew before she started high school.
Why I Recommend the Co-operative Education Program
Have you decided of what you want to do? Do you want to know what it’s like to work in a particular industry? The co-operative education program (co-op for short) in high school allows you to work in a field you’re interested in and would like to explore for one semester. The program runs from [
Life As an 8th Grader and What I Learned From It
When grade 8 came, we were thrilled and excited as it was our final year before high school. At the same time, our teachers, guidance counselors, and our parents began to pressure us. It was also around this time when the pressure of deciding on our “ultimate destination” – that what we chose