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Unlock Your College Dreams: Top Scholarship Resources for High School Students
Let's face it, it's one thing to get into college, and it's a whole other thing to be able to afford it. If you've got an eye on higher education, you've probably discovered how expensive it can be. As high school students prepare for the next chapter in their educational journey, the soaring costs of…
Nearly Half Of Students Sexually Harassed In School
As the 2012 presidential race is rocked by allegations from several women who claim that GOP hopeful Herman Cain sexually harassed them, a new report from the American Association of University Women found that nearly half of middle and high school students have experienced sexual harassment.
Energy Drinks: Do You Know What Your Kids Are Drinking?
This is Part I of Bright Beacon’s series on Energy Drinks. Don’t miss Part II – “Skip The Speed: 5 Reasons Teens Should Avoid Energy Drinks”and Part III – Energy Drinks: The Danger Of Creating “Wide-Awake Drunks” Energy drinks are caffeinated beverages advertised as boosting the immune system, enhancing performance, and creating a buzz or a high. Most parents cannot differentiate between an energy drink and a carbonated soda. And even fewer can explain specifically to their kids why energy drinks might be unhealthy.
Harvard and Other Elite Schools End Test Optional Applications: What You Need to Know
In a move that has rekindled discussions about the role of standardized tests in college admissions, Harvard University has recently announced that it will reintroduce SAT and ACT scores as a requirement for its application process. This decision marks a significant shift from the temporary test-optional policies adopted by many institutions during the pandemic. Understandably,…
Navigating the Path to College: The Strategic Choice of a Prospective Major
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdSX4HDtIyY Choosing a prospective major in the college admissions process is more than just declaring an academic preference. It's a strategic decision that significantly impacts a student's admission prospects. This selection involves a careful consideration of personal interests, long-term goals, and the strategic implications of how this choice will influence the likelihood of acceptance. …