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Use this spring and summer to help prepare yourself to be a student athlete in college. Reach out to coaches, start searching for schools and keep a positive mindset. Here are nine goals for junior athletes to accomplish by time senior year rolls around.
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Find out how high school students can have a productive and affordable summer even during the economic downturn.
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It's never too early to start thinking about your credit history—it's especially important for high school students getting ready to go to college. Find out what steps you can take to make sure you don't fall into a credit crunch during college.
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Applying for a job can be nerve-wracking, especially if it's your first time, but it doesn't have to be. With these helpful tips, you'll land the position of your dreams—or at least a summer job—without breaking a sweat.
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Everyone has to start somewhere, even a genius like Albert Einstein—he was a patent clerk, evaluating other people's inventions, when he published his Annus Mirabilis papers and helped bring physics into the 20th Century. Your local patent office probably isn't hiring, but if you're ready to break free from the babysitting grind, there are lots of great opportunities for first-time job seekers.
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When you hit the cafeteria to refuel your body, refuel your brain, too with these brain-boosting foods.
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Looking for an excuse to get out of the classroom for a day? Remind your teacher that October is Go on a Field Trip Month and throw a few of these suggestions her way.
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With all the reading you do for school, the thought of doing more can definitely feel like a chore sometimes. But there are ways reading can actually be…gasp...fun. To celebrate Teen Read Week, October 18-24, here are some things you can do to make reading an enjoyable part of your routine.
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Your backpack: It’s something you use every day, but do you know how to use it correctly? This month is Backpack Awareness month and we have some pointers on how not to end up with a hunch back before college.
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At last, summer's here! After a school year full of hard work, you can finally put away your books, break out your bikinis, and soak up the sunshine. This is not only what you deserve but in fact what you need: If you have been working to your maximum level during the school year, you owe your body about two weeks off during the summer for a real break. Go ahead and pursue your favorite pastime, relax, sleep, and reflect on the past year and the year to come. Do not, however, get too used to your life of leisure! From a college admissions standpoint, it's important to be productive during your summer months. Working is looked upon favorably by the more selective colleges; working on your tan is not.
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The rising cost of gas is a major concern for American families these days. According to a recent Gallup poll of 1,008 respondents, 42 percent indicated gas prices had reached a crisis level. So, it's no surprise that people are looking for ways to spend less time in their car and utilize more online resources. A recent survey of over 2,300 adults surveyed by Harris Interactive for iCongo showed that 33% of respondents cited the high price at the pumps as the reason for shopping online.
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Don't just eat breakfast—eat a GOOD breakfast.
FACT: Studies show that eating a balanced breakfast the day of a big test can actually help you score better. But "balanced breakfast" does not mean sugary cereal or a chocolate muffin. The kind of fuel you need for maximum brainpower involves a mix of protein, carbs and fruit.
TIP: Don't have time to whip up a nice plate of eggs and turkey sausage in the morning? Ask your parent to buy some microwavable breakfast burritos, or, if you're in the habit of grabbing fast food in the morning, order an egg sandwich and orange juice.
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