What Students Are Saying About ‘Learning Loss’ During the Pandemic
In classes like math, social studies, or science, I feel like I’m learning just as much as I would in person, just in a different format, with google forms instead of test papers. In other classes, such as music and art, I feel like I’m missing out. Music used to be one of my favorite…
What Students Are Saying About The Verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial
This verdict is a turning point. But the cycle of injustice and brutality is still repeating itself. The verdict was an affirmation that George Floyd’s life mattered. It’s a verdict that we shouldn’t have doubted, that shouldn’t have been rare, that we should’ve expected. We should’ve been able to be certain about it, for we…
What Students Are Saying About Companies Taking Political Stands, Podcasting and Their Life Philosophies
Ever since I was little, I was enchanted by literature. The way an author could convey such extreme emotions as anxiety or satisfaction through words on a page enticed my mind, drawing me to literature of all kinds. From speeches filled with persuading and powerful phrases to fantasy novels that created an alternate universe that…
What Students Are Saying About Mentors, Uncomfortable School Assignments and Snitching
A teacher in elementary school once assigned a “family crest” assignment. We were meant to explore websites such as Ancestry.com and find family crests associated with our last names. In the computer lab, I raised my hand. “I can’t find a family crest!” I am Korean-American … Other kids in the class raised their hands…
What Students Are Saying About Supporting Struggling Students, Connecting With Their Heritage and Hidden...
Connecting Through FoodWhite sandy beaches, tropical bright-colored fruits, and sunny days spent with family used to be my reality. My grandparents’ house in Cebu used to be my second home. Tan lines and sunburn used to be what I complained about — now they’re what I long for. After the Covid-19 virus hit, the distance…
Lesson of the Day: ‘We Are Saying It With Flowers. Loudly and Repeatedly.’
Students in U.S. high schools can get free digital access to The New York Times until Sept. 1, 2021.Lesson OverviewFeatured Article: “We Are Saying It With Flowers. Loudly and Repeatedly.” By Carly LewisThe Society of American Florists, 1-800-Flowers and individually operated flower shops have reported a significant increase in the number of flower sales since…
What Students Are Saying About Summer School, Outspoken Athletes and Zoom Mishaps
The National Football League (NFL), the National Basketball Association (NBA), and several major sports leagues attract millions of fans from across the country and the world. It isn’t expected for athletes to only be athletes with these huge platforms. I believe athletes can use their platforms to spread important messages and act as influencers. More…
What Students Are Saying About Renaming Schools, Creative Expression and Social Media Trends
Although I understand why the board of education would want to rename schools named after figures tied to racism, sexism, and slavery, I agree with Yukina Grady in that they should be more focused on other problems that are much more important. There is still a lot of work to be done on bringing students…
What Students Are Saying About Social Media Consequences, Healthy Diets and Wild Weather
Especially for teens, I feel that it is very hard to eat healthy. When we are with friends, it’s never “let’s go get a salad” or “maybe we should cut back on our calories.” It’s always what fast food place sounds the best right now; and that place is usually Chick-fil-A. But, as the pandemic…
What Students Are Saying About Excessive Screen Time, Presidential Priorities and Fashion Statements
Kids, like me, have become attached to their electronics, and it is hard to go a long time without them. There are many harmful effects due to screen time, as many kids are addicted now. Staring at the screen excessively can cause major eye problems, headaches, and a loss of concentration, and productivity. It could…
