In the News: Exercise really does calm you down

Still feelin’ a little too lazy to hit the gym? Just in case, here’s yet another reason why working out should be a priority. Exercise actually proves to generate an overall happier attitude, and is the perfect stress reliever. Studies show that working out...

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Burned out? 5 ways to get psyched for school again

School dragging ya down? Regain that first day freshness with these five bright ideas for giving your year a major reboot. Read on… Get involved in something new Looking forward to an activity you really, truly enjoy, like ultimate Frisbee...

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What to do when you're sitting next to a cheater

In Spanish class, I’m the girl everyone asks for answers. A few days ago, the girl who sits behind me—who is really bad at Spanish, to tell the truth—asked if she could pull my desk back so she could put her feet up...

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Group project survival guide

Whether you’re working on something as big as a science fair project or as small as a first-day get-to-know-you activity, it’s always tough to work with someone who wasn’t your first choice. And even if ya did pick your teammates, you might find...

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Stick it to stress--and get fit while you're at it!

Being stressed out is the worst. You feel gross, you’re cranky, and to top it all off, your face is joining in on the madness and totally breaking out. How do you cope? Most people’s reactions to stress are negative ones...

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The truth about cheating: Take our survey

Have you ever cheated on a test? Have you ever let friends copy your homework? Have your pals ever been caught sharing answers? We wanna know what YOU think about cheating. Whether you do it because you’re overwhelmed with work...

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7 nifty books that make school cool

Sometimes, school has a way of making interesting subjects super boring. Dial up the cool factor and learn a li’l something new with these funky books that discuss need-to-know topics in a fun, you’ve-totally-got-this sort of way. Read on! RULE THE...

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Not a stellar student? How to do your best this year

I’m going into eighth grade and freaking out because I’m horrible in school. I want to be smart and try my best, but I always get bad grades. Do you have any tips on how to stay focused? Dear School Stuck, You can...

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How to survive a shark attack

We’re not sure if you’ve heard, but this week is the week for the world’s most fascinating predators. It’s Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, and just like the rest of the world, we are glued to the screen (even if we’re not 100-percent sure...

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Spring dance survival guide: Seeing double

The big night has finally arrived! Your hair is flawless, your makeup is perfect and your dress? Spectacular! The only problem? Some other girl is rocking the same frock right next to ya—yikes. Instead of wishing the dance floor would swallow ya whole...

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