It has been almost a year since the coronavirus struck the world and forced people to stay in isolation. Even now, many people continue to quarantine for the safety of themselves and others around them. School and working at home have now become integrated into people’s lives and have taken a toll on their health,…
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Korean Dramas to Watch During Free Time
In today’s society, many people spend countless hours on their phones, whether it’s reading social media or playing phone games. Instead of wasting time on the phone, watching a Korean drama is a more entertaining alternative. . With all of different choices and platforms, it can be challenging to find good dramas to watch. Luckily,…
Limit Screen Time for a Healthier Lifestyle
As Covid-19 reigns the harness on people’s daily lives, the doors to social interactions and outdoor activities are creeping shut, leaving people secluded in the safety of their homes. Digital screen time is on the rise as people turn to technology in entertainment, virtual school, communication, and careers. Electronics are a part of everyone’s daily…
[EDITORS COLUMN] Crochet Craze
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, quarantine has encouraged many individuals to embark on a variety of creative endeavors. People across the world have experimented with painting, dancing, baking, and just about anything imaginable as they find new passions or rediscover old ones. For me, the latter was the case, as I rekindled an…
Local Students Support Those In Need
A group of high school students were eager to help out their community, however, they were not sure what to do. There were many opportunities at various different places, but the group struggled to figure out where to volunteer. One student in this group, Anna Yoon, was told by her mother about a certain food…
Ecoclub; Thriving and Helping Others Amidst a Pandemic
With COVID-19 circulating rapidly, and infection rates constantly climbing, it has been increasingly difficult for high school community service clubs to find a venue or cause to lend their support to. Coming near to the end of the school year, many students also desperately need those last few volunteer hours to fulfill the looming requirements…
Refugee Crises: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Singing is a natural form of human expression, a channel by which we can vent out our deep inner emotions. For some, however, this innate urge is forbidden. A youth volunteering organization, Life Reset Foundation, held an online forum in January, 2021, with Sedighe Salehi (Sedi), a former refugee camp resident in Moria Camp, on…
Asian Youth Has Promoted Activism Within the Community
Dear Asian Youth, also known as DAY, is a youth founded-and-run organization. As the name suggests, the organization focuses on empowering Asian youth. DAY was founded by 16 year old Stephanie Hu, who originally started the program as a website to publish her poetry. The uniqueness and timing of the founding of DAY led to…
Meeting Friends Online to Help Social Distanced
As coronavirus cases hit its peak, schools shut down and students and teachers were forced to adjust to the unknown virtual world. During this time, many of my friends and I struggled to stay connected with one another. What we thought was the norm was now gone: eating lunch with my friends in the quad…
Hart District’s Suicide Prevention Training Webinar
Each year, one million people die of suicide worldwide. Shockingly, it is the second leading cause of death for high school students. It is important to know that suicide is preventable and help is available for those who need it. People must continue to speak up about it in order to reduce its stigma, spread…