As many teenagers have part-time jobs or receive allowances from their parents, they have reached the point in their lives where they must make decisions about how to spend their money. It is true that teens’ spending habits are heavily influenced by their image, but that is not the only aspect that has an impact … Read more
Being recruited to play on the college football team of your dreams can seem like a very big, even unattainable, dream. However, there’s good news. If you are willing to put in the time, effort, and hard work, you may have a shot at playing college football. You must be willing to dedicate yourself to … Read more
Providing adequate opportunities for skill-building in youth ensures a brighter future for everyone. Leadership encompasses a wide variety of personality traits and skills that can be encouraged in every young person. 10 Youth Leadership Training Ideas Great leaders are able to work within a group setting to achieve shared goals using effective communication and teamwork. … Read more
Imagine that you are sitting in front of a group of teens and no one is talking. What can you do to get the conversation started? Icebreakers can help fill the awkward silence, allowing teens to get to know one another and encouraging participation before you delve into the deeper subject of your lesson or … Read more
Prom itself is awesome, but you can extend the fun by adding in some amazing before-prom activities. There are so many great ideas of things to do before prom, whether you’re chilling with your friends or having a romantic pre-date with your special someone. No matter what you choose to do, it’s all about making … Read more
The transition from middle school to high school can seem scary to teens going into ninth grade, but these freshmen tips can help make it easier. Grades, friendships, and extracurricular activities carry a lot more weight than they did in middle school, so it’s important to take this time seriously, but still have fun. High … Read more
If you love fashion and want to design your own clothes online, there are some great ways to get your creative juices flowing. All you need to start is a little imagination and soon you’ll have custom t-shirts, bags, dresses, and original clothing ideas. Designing Your Own Clothes You are a unique individual. The clothing … Read more
With the growing popularity of online social networking sites, many teens are creating new virtual friends. Reasons for creating a virtual friend online vary. Some teens may just want to meet kids from different countries or backgrounds while others want to pass the time. Unlike normal virtual pets or even some types of virtual boyfriends, … Read more
You think that your friends are always going to be there for you but sometimes that’s just not true. There are times when you need to change your friends. This might be for your own mental health or because you’ve become interested in a new hobby. Whatever the case, learn why you might need to … Read more
In many ways, the Common App makes applying to schools much easier. Instead of filling out multiple forms, you just go to one spot, and all of your forms are there. While not every college takes the Common App, many do and using it generally makes the college admissions process less stressful. A few tips … Read more