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…
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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…
How an Elementary School Choir is Operating Online During a Pandemic
Would you enroll your child for a virtual choir experience this year? Many parents have hesitated to sign their children up for additional online programs after a long day at Zoom school. In fact, when 28 K-5th grade parents were asked if they would enroll their children in an online after school program this year,…
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…
The New Future: Virtual Reality
The introduction of virtual reality was a massive leap into an idea that could change everyday lifestyle, and it remains a crucial component in the field of technology. Currently, virtual reality is used in so many places and in different aspects of society, some of which include playing games with life-like interactions in the easiness…
[EDITORS COLUMN] Minari, the Life of Korean American Immigrants
As people search for sources of entertainment during quarantine, many have shifted to watching movies from home. Movies have always been a favorite way to pass the time, but with theaters temporarily shut down, one can still use a wide variety of online platforms to offer access to many features films and shows with a…
An Inside Look at How Retail Businesses are Re-Opening
As the life-changing coronavirus outbreak has been taking place for nearly a year now, some retail businesses have been required to remain open while implementing safety precautions at the same time. Many store owners have been taking initiative in order to make sure their stores would be safe enough to run. From small things such…
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…