You are headed toward a new adventure, and it's going to be a great experience. But first, you need to make sure you're ready! That’s why we’re going to break down how to prepare for college at every stage of your high school journey.
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A college essay or personal statement can sound scary. How are you supposed to put everything about your life onto a few pages? What are you supposed to write about? Here is some advice on how to start working on your college essays!
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What exactly is a cell? The tiny things that Robert Hooke discovered under a microscope? The smallest unit of life? The functional and structural unit of all living organisms? All those statements are correct!
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If parts of your math background are weak, don’t feel bad. This is just a diagnosis, not a criticism of you. Remember that doctors diagnose illness not to put you down, but so they will know how to help you get well. Similarly, knowing what the problem is in schoolwork is your first step toward fixing it.
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A high school job could be anything from serving tables at a restaurant, working at athletic games, or helping answer phones at an office building. Learn more about how you can prepare for your first (or next) interview!
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Do you struggle with managing your time? I did too when I was in college and hopefully you can benefit from what I learned! Check out these time management tips for college students to help you take charge of your time!
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Have you ever wondered how your body is able to make the proteins it needs to function? It is all thanks to the code written in your DNA which can then be transcribed into RNA “code” and then translated into a protein. These proteins serve vital functions like enzymes that break down the food you eat!
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High school is an experience like no other. From school dances and millions of papers to navigating high school with social anxiety, there are tons of obstacles to overcome during four of some of the most important years in your life. Preparing for and dealing with it all can be stressful, which is why we’ve created a list of simple yet effective ways to survive high school!
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There are no guarantees for having a successful life. But, you can increase the odds of success by following certain tips and tricks. In this blog, we will explore those easy things you can do in high school to make things a bit easier.
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Evaluation basic functions are necessary to build a good foundation before you approach more advanced topics such as graphing functions and finding inverses. This blog will teach you how to solve simple functions!
You know that Eminem song? “His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy, there's vomit on his sweater already, mom's spaghetti”. That was me before a test. Well, without the second sentence. Even with all the hard studying I would do, I still had a hard time remembering everything. If this sounds familiar, then don’t worry. You’re in safe company.
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Kinematics is a physics principle that studies movement. Specifically, 1D kinematics calculates motion of objects moving one way: up, down, or horizontally. We use three basic equations to find different aspects of moving objects. This blog post will help you understand how to solve these equations!
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Being a full-time college student can be a lot between balancing classes, extracurriculars, and a social life. It can be especially challenging if you’re managing that time with the hours required to launch a start-up. If you’re passionate about your future as a business owner and want to build a plan for success, here are some tips to help you get there!
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You’ve been assigned an essay for one of your classes, and you’re not sure where to begin. Or, you’re hoping to make things smoother than your last assignment so you’re trying to get a head start. We’re here to help you through it all. But first, here are some tips that just might make your assignment easier to start and complete.
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Functions are one of the most integral parts of mathematics. While they may seem daunting and confusing, functions are actually quite simple!
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Doing homework in your room or at your kitchen table gets boring! The same can be said for studying as well–hours on end in the library alone is so 90’s and early 2000’s.It’s so important to acknowledge that space and place plays a huge part in focusing on your homework in order to get it done effectively and efficiently.
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Is it better to sleep or to stay up and study when you are tired? Learn why sleep is one of the top, research-backed brain hacks for learning anything.
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Let’s face it, school supplies are expensive! Just one binder can cost $5 or more, so getting everything you need for the year can put quite a strain on your bank account. But there’s no need to grab that credit card and make another run to the local office supply store. There are a number of ways you can get free, cheap, or even donated school supplies.
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Doing homework can be a drag! It’s hard to get started, and even when you do, it’s hard to keep yourself focused! They say doing homework is the best way to retain the information you’ve been taught because you’re putting that knowledge into motion. But what happens when you just can’t seem to simply start? Here are a few tips for making your homework a bit easier to start AND finish!
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The transition from middle school to high school may seem daunting. People say that high school is “what matters” and you can’t help but feel like these next four years may be the most important but also the most stressful yet. Give yourself a head start by reading these 5 powerful tips from a real high school student.
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