Not that many people read physical newspapers nowadays as the press has found more readership and longevity online, which only makes it harder for small publications, like OC Weekly, to survive. The Duncan McIntosh Co. publishing company announced the 24-year-old...
The days are getting colder and bleaker in Southern California, which means winter seasonal affective disorder (SAD), commonly referred to as "seasonal depression," is around the corner. “Seasonal affective [disorder]... is a type of depression that is caused by the...
I had impeccable report cards in elementary and maintained straight A’s throughout all of middle school. Exceeding standards was what I had done my whole life, and I intended to continue doing so in high school. My final fall semester grade in freshman English Honors...
Most high school students are stuck focusing on taking Honors and AP classes to appeal themselves to different prestigious colleges and universities. While challenging yourself academically can open many doors, many students overlook the benefits of taking a two-year...
Sometimes you get shortchanged. Sometimes you get scammed. Sometimes you get deceived. And when grades meet education, it’s easy to feel as if you’re cheated of genuine, meaningful learning. Exams, homework, participation, projects are all condensed into one grade,...
When I was a freshman, I was shocked to learn ranks didn’t exist in any classes. Where’s the fun in that? Well, none. With school feeling even more boring and extended due to this unnecessary nine-minute passing period, let’s look to spice things up on campus and make...
