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College Prep

College Packing List

Sarah Frank
July 21, 2022
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BS/MD programs, for you

Alexa Mendez, Manan Poddar
June 19, 2022
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9 College Interview Questions To Prepare For

Emma Quinn 
February 23, 2022
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Who Should You Ask for Your Letters of Recommendation

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022
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What To Do After You Submit Your College Application

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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10 Factors to Consider for Your College Decision

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022
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3 Key Differences between Early Decision and Early Action

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022

High School Advice

Self-Care in School

Sarah Frank
June 27, 2022
A student sits at their desk, prepared to study the exciting topics of anatomy.

Ways to Effectively Study Anatomy

Shiona Fernandes
June 19, 2022
A reader sits on a blanket, typing away their thoughts next to a dog.

How to Write a Literature Review

Shiona Fernandes
June 19, 2022
A doctor stands and takes notes

BS/MD programs, for you

Alexa Mendez, Manan Poddar
June 19, 2022
Someone sits at a desk, thinking what's next?

Productivity Tips from an Anxious Procrastinator

Nabiha Azad
June 19, 2022
A student holds up a 'help' sign, surrounded by books and looking rather bored.

Catching Up On Late Work

Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
June 19, 2022
A stressed student sits down surrounded by their passions, with a computer in front of them.

Balancing School and Social Life

Maddy Grieco
June 19, 2022
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How to Stay Organized for School

Jennifer Pupo
June 19, 2022
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Defeating Academic Burnout

Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
June 19, 2022
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Discrimination as a Disabled Student

Leah Whalen
February 23, 2022
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How To Not Break Your Bank When Buying Textbooks

Tricia Anklam
February 23, 2022
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The Importance of Getting Involved

Tricia Anklam
February 23, 2022
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Breaking Down Google Apps: Google Docs

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022
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5 Tips to Starting a Business as a High-Schooler

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022
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How to Write a Resume

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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5 Sites to Find Scholarships

Sarah Frank
February 23, 2022
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Surviving High School with ADHD

Quinn Speir
February 23, 2022
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How to Write an Essay

Kiersten Roth 
February 23, 2022
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2021 Scholarships You Can Apply For

Sofia Flowers
February 23, 2022
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7 Tech Scholarships for High Schoolers

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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How to Deal with a Bad Grade

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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3 Key Tips for Succeeding in High School

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022
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5 Ways to Rebuild Confidence After Failing

Marisa Rosen
February 23, 2022
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7 Shows/Movies That Tackle Current Social Issues

Temi Ayetiwa
February 23, 2022

AP Classes

A reader sits on a blanket, typing away their thoughts next to a dog.

How to Write a Literature Review

Shiona Fernandes
June 19, 2022
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How to Effectively Study for AP Exams!

Maddy Grieco
June 19, 2022
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Top Ten Universities that take AP Credit

Temi Ayetiwa
February 23, 2022
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These Are the Easiest and Hardest AP Classes for You

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022
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8 Tips to Help You Ace those AP Exams

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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Five Tips to get an A in any AP Science Course

Temi Ayetiwa
February 23, 2022
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3 Tips for Succeeding in Your AP Classes

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022
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Top AP Exams to Self-Study

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022
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Three Common Ways to Cite your Sources

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022
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5 Tips for Timed AP Writing

Temi Ayetiwa
February 23, 2022
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Breaking Down Different Types Of AP Essays

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022
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How to Write an Effective DBQ

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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How to Effectively Self-Study for an AP Exam

Eva Mckinzie
February 23, 2022

Study Tips

A student sits at their desk, prepared to study the exciting topics of anatomy.

Ways to Effectively Study Anatomy

Shiona Fernandes
June 19, 2022
Someone sits at a desk, thinking what's next?

Productivity Tips from an Anxious Procrastinator

Nabiha Azad
June 19, 2022
A student holds up a 'help' sign, surrounded by books and looking rather bored.

Catching Up On Late Work

Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
June 19, 2022
A student is seen sitting in front of his computer, with notes, timers, and chat bubbles behind him.

10 Research Paper Tips

Alexa Mendez
June 19, 2022
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How to Romanticize Studying

Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
June 19, 2022
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Eight Remote Volunteering Opportunities for High Schoolers

Temi Ayetiwa
February 23, 2022
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The Science Behind Goal Setting

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022
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5 Active Recall Studying Techniques

Tricia Anklam
February 23, 2022
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5 Psychology-Related Productivity Tips for Students

Temi Ayetiwa
February 23, 2022
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How to Maximize your Productivity with a To-Do List

Sarah Frank
February 23, 2022
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The Best Way To Take Notes

Sarah Frank
February 23, 2022
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Music to Listen to When Studying

Simple Studies
February 23, 2022
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How To Take Better Notes in Class: 5 Proven Methods

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022
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Simple Studies’s Tips for Studying Simply

Sarah Frank
February 23, 2022
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7 Scientific Tips for Better Memory

Ashley Yakish
February 23, 2022

Testing

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SAT vs ACT: Which One Should You Take?

Emma Quinn
February 23, 2022
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Types of Standardized Tests

Sarah Frank
February 23, 2022

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