I’m back, and as promised, this week’s blog will be all about how you can form a debate team or club at your own school. Firstly, I would like to point out that there is a difference between a club and a team. A team will compete competitively through the ADSA, possibly going to provincials,…
AP or IB? A question on the minds of many people in middle and high school. Many universities are now looking for participants who have been in either program, because it shows that you can work hard and will take the extra step to succeed more in life. While both programs will be beneficial, a…
As most people knew, there was a grand open house in Edmonton at the University of Alberta. For the fair at the Butterdome, all faculties from all the campuses came to host their individual booths, providing brochures and little goodies. Considering the individuals from Calgary, the U of A were as thoughtful as they could…
“You learn something new every day.” Isn’t that a phrase you’ve often heard, both in sarcasm and in belief? No matter the case, it’s true. Whether you believe that what you learned was worth the time or effort, if you’ll likely forget the next day, is based on your opinion. By looking at something called…
Tests are challenging. They are stressful, and as we move up in grades, much harder and much riskier. Only a certain amount of time is given for tests, so it’s best to use the time efficiently. From my 12 or so years of taking tests, I’ve only recently begun developing tips for myself on how to…
Have you ever tried studying for a test, but nothing could stay in your brain? I have those moments all the time, and I am constantly frustrated with the results that I get. Here are a few methods of studying that might help you work less hard and get the results you deserve. Method 1:…
Lately, everyone around me has been asking me one question; “What do you want to be when you grow up?” My friends, family and teachers have asked this question for as long as I can remember. My answer has changed at least a dozen times and I still have a short list of career’s floating…
School can be tough, with loads and loads of homework. Also, between your social life, school life, and family life, there is no doubt that we are looking for ways to help us eliminate stress. If you are also looking to be stress free, in the small amount of time you do find or…
In my personal opinion, I believe debate is something everyone should get into. It is one of the best extracurriculars you could do. I began debating in Grade 8 for Tom Baines Junior High, and it was an absolutely amazing experience. Debate is something that develops a bunch of your skills: it improves public speaking,…
Here are two problems we face in being on time for school, and how to solve them. Are you very particular in how you look? This mostly goes out to all the ladies out there. We all have to admit that applying makeup is not an easy task, and it takes experience/practice for you to…
Jasmine K. Suzy cried into her soggy bed sheets. She had invested in a university course that she wasn’t interested in and she couldn’t stand the boredom, but what could she do? It paid her and that was all she needed… right? Students nearing high school or in high school have a lot to decide…
It’s never too late to reinvent and revamp our attitudes about going back to school, even after it has started! Part of the process is putting together a carefully crafted set of back to school essentials – who else gets insanely psyched when it’s time to shop for school supplies?! Seriously, it’s one of the only things that can get me…
You’ve met your teachers, found your classes, and finally memorized your locker combination. The back-to-school advertisements have started to disappear and the ring of the starting gun has long since faded. Now that the school year has started to progress, some students may be finding it difficult to maintain the same diligence and organization of…
Organization. Probably the bane of my existence. Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I am one of the least organized people in the world. Being disorganized in high school is a living nightmare. You don’t get second chances; if you forget something, too bad, so sad. So, I have been trying…
Have you recently looked through your life, asking yourself this question, “Am I affecting the lives of others positively?” Have you ever taken time just to reflect and see those around you? Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honourable, to be…