Deconstructing Dystopic Literature
Ilhan Yusuf compares the dystopian world differences between 1984 by George Orwell and Aldous Huxley's Brave New World.
My Curriculum Wish List
As a grade 11 student, I am saddened by the fact that all mandatory courses taught in our curriculum are academic. English, math, and science are all academic, with each having their own, smaller sections to extend our knowledge. I understand that academics are important in life. Academic knowledge
Tips and Tricks for Your Writing
I love writing. I really do, but sometimes it feels so very difficult to write even just one page. I feel defeated, crushed, and very unmotivated. The cycle is a never-ending loop for me, especially when there’s a deadline. Write, backspace, write some more, judge, and then finally delete. And the
To Be Able To Find Comfort in Your Journey
Sabekun discusses her ups and downs while embracing and making the most of her high school journey.
Working Through Silence
Catherine writes about how she gained confidence and found her voice by overcoming her fear of speaking up.
Reflections of Required High School Readings
If there is one thing you can’t escape in high school, it’s English class. In my high school, and for most high schools across Canada, English is the only course required for all four years. A crucial part of English class is always required readings, be it short stories, poetry, novels, or play
To Read or Not to Read: Why Teenagers Should Continue to Read Shakespeare
As the English teacher announces the start of the Shakespeare unit, the whole class responds with a series of groans of disappointment and gasps of fear. But why is this the case? You see, as we stray further and further away from the year 1613, the year Shakespeare wrote his last play, many student
A Helping Hand
I love volunteering; yet during my first shift in 9th grade, it’s not a thought I would’ve even considered. I was at an info booth with an older volunteer during a sticky evening by Harbourfront, staring aimlessly at my watch and passing cyclists. We were promoting The Word on The Street, a
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.