Navigating the internet at an impressionable age, high school students are trying to build an accurate understanding of the world and achieve their goals while rowing against the current of misinformation. From consuming fake news to impetuously adhering to advice, youth are often blindsided by the eye-catching,...

Social media has immense power—to inform and to connect. But when used irresponsibly, it also has the power to deceive and divide. The polarization fueled by algorithm-driven content, the rampant spread of misinformation, and the violent real-world consequences of online extremism all point to the...

The typical four-year college degree is often regarded as the only path to success, putting an immense amount of pressure upon students to stick to the traditional route for post-secondary education. This norm stems from the fact that attending a four-year college is associated with career success. However,...

There’s a strange phenomenon sweeping across high schools — creating clubs that look impressive and sound impactful, but almost only exist on paper. In the search for the perfect college application, students have turned clubs into something akin to performance art. They are no longer about gathering...

Teachers’ voices and needs are often overshadowed by the push to ensure student well-being. Responsible for educating the youth and providing new generations with the tools needed to problem-solve while also navigating boatloads of work, relatively low base salaries, and the pressures of parent expectations,...

The idea behind gift-giving is simple: An individual gives a small token of appreciation to friends and family as means of spreading love and happiness. However, the nature of gift-giving has changed as time passes, focusing more on materialism instead of thoughtfulness. This evolved form of...

In the summer of 2025, Palo Alto is set to open an inaugural apartment complex located at 231 Grant Ave. featuring 110 units for educators and their families who meet income requirements. Supervisor Joe Simitian, a longtime Palo Alto resident, is representing the project. Educators within the Los Altos...

Students, family members, and student-supporting adults should trust that teachers have what’s best for student learning in their minds. Unfortunately, we are instead seen as obstacles for future advancement. This is, of course, different in different communities; but in the community I work in, any...

Students’ wellbeing and academic fulfillment are the heartbeat of any educational institution. This truth, although widely agreed upon, can be side-swept and forgotten about in the midst of busy schedules and school politics. Similarly, student feedback gets lost in the shuffle, allowing overlooked...

As medical technology becomes increasingly accessible and popular, the accompanying resources have also become more popular. Some of the most significant of these resources include both physical and mental health resources. The rise in availability of online resources centered around health has led to...