Month: October 2024

The Mean Girls are Still Mean…and Social Media Has Made it Worse

Ask any generation about high school and you’ll find a common thread response – it’s challenging, overwhelming and awkward. Right in the middle of puberty comes social expectations, fashion pressure and added school responsibilities. Traditional high schools can be ground zero for bullying and with social media, harassment is experienced predominantly online.  Studies show that […]

Written by on October 17, 2024

Say What?

Puzzled by some of expressions Gen Z kids are using? We asked our teachers some of the slang they’re hearing this school year. Topping the list: Before you roll your eyes at this…don’t forget the goofy slang your generation was spewing: Millennials Gen X Boomers Throughout history, slang has been a way for teens to […]

Written by on October 17, 2024

There’s No Stopping Isabella Once She Sets a Goal

Isabella R. takes her education seriously. She’s driven to excel and wants to move at an accelerated pace to earn her high school diploma, attend college and focus on a career in medicine. “I found this school through close family friends and was excited about the dual enrollment program they offer,” said Isabella. “I had […]

Written by on October 17, 2024