The Community's Voice | Real Stories, Real Students, Real Truth
We surveyed 200 students about finals stress and the results reveal both struggles and solutions. From all-nighters to study groups, from breakdowns to breakthroughs - students share what actually helps them get through. Plus, counselors weigh in on healthy coping strategies that work. You're not alone in feeling overwhelmed, and there are ways to manage it.
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The new phone policy has everyone talking. We interviewed students on both sides - those who miss their phones and those who appreciate the break. Teachers share surprising results: more eye contact, better discussions, but also challenges. "I didn't realize how much I relied on my phone for translation," one ESL student shared. We explore all perspectives.
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Over 100 students responded to our anonymous survey about bullying - and the results show it's happening more than adults realize. From subtle exclusion to cyberbullying, students describe their experiences and what helped them. We also highlight students and staff working to create a more inclusive culture. Resources and how to get help included.
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Vaping is everywhere - in bathrooms, parking lots, even in class. But why? We talked to students anonymously about the social pressure, addiction struggles, and health scares that made some quit. No judgment, just real stories. Plus, medical facts about what vaping actually does to your lungs and brain. Knowledge is power.
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Did you know our school counselors offer walk-in hours? Or that there's a quiet room for students who need a break? We mapped out every mental health resource available to CHS students - from counseling to meditation groups to crisis hotlines. Students who've used these services share how they helped. It's okay to ask for help.
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Finals are coming and we all need help. We asked honor roll students, athletes, and working students to share their real study strategies - not the ones adults tell you, but what actually works. From Quizlet to group study sessions to the Pomodoro technique, here are 15 methods students swear by. Plus, how to balance studying with sleep (yes, sleep matters).
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Being a student athlete means juggling practice, games, homework, and social life. We talked to athletes across all sports about how they manage it all. They share time management tricks, signs of burnout to watch for, and when it's okay to take a break. Coaches and athletic trainers also weigh in on keeping athletes healthy - physically and mentally.
Read Full Story →I was skeptical about school counseling, honestly. But after my friend convinced me to try it, everything changed. I learned coping strategies for anxiety, got help organizing my college apps, and just had someone who listened. If you're on the fence about it, here's what I wish I'd known earlier. It's confidential, it's free, and it might help more than you think...
Read Full Story →After seeing someone sit alone at lunch looking miserable, I decided to do something about it. Just saying "hi" to someone new, holding the door, or complimenting someone's project - these tiny things add up. I challenged myself to do one kind thing daily for a month. Here's what I learned about building community and why we should all try it...
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