High School

Who would think that a teacher's bad day could be captured on a cell phone and be posted on YouTube? It can and has been done.

Sep 27, 2008 - Kellie Hayden

Set-building can get expensive very quickly. There are some basic techniques, however, that can save a theater or high school drama club a lot of time and money.

Jan 11, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

When Cormac McCarthy's novel, The Road, takes readers on a post-apocalyptic journey, certain questions become tools for learning.Students dig deep to find personal truth.

Jan 6, 2010 - Vicki F. Chavis

As one gets into high school, he or she may realize that spelling is more important than originally believed. This article shows how it is never too late to improve!

Dec 25, 2009 - Alison Diefenderfer

Teens are rarely at a loss for words. Thankfully, Urban Debate Leagues across the country have given teens a creative and educational way to voice their strong opinions.

Dec 2, 2009 - Denise Henry

Students can take control of their learning by applying the study skills presented in this article. A list of basic study guides and test taking tips is discussed.

Nov 7, 2009 - Jim Shelp

Having planned the narrative and considered characterisation and setting here are a few techniques to add flair to a piece of writing.

Nov 7, 2009 - Steven Pink

In the GCSE English Language examination it may be necessary to compose a piece of narrative writing. Detailed planning will help guarantee the highest grades.

Nov 6, 2009 - Steven Pink

Master the Mainframe 2009, a contest sponsored by IBM's Academic Initiative teaches students basic mainframe skills that will help them in today's competitive job market.

Nov 1, 2009 - Nicholas Anderegg

In the GCSE English Language examination it is necessary to compose a persuasive or argumentative piece of writing. Knowledge of key techniques can improve performance.

Oct 25, 2009 - Steven Pink

Save time by combining subjects and study materials. Combining SAT vocabulary words with geography coursework can double knowledge and with less effort.

Oct 21, 2009 - Angela Kleinow

In writing or chatting people often struggle to find the right word to precisely express their meaning. Reduce the frustration by improving vocabulary with synonyms.

Oct 20, 2009 - Angela Kleinow

Students love the intrigue of espionage and sabotage. Recruit them as "German spies" to investigate the Allied spies who trained at Camp X during the Second World War.

Oct 12, 2009 - Lynda Allison

Capitalize on student interest in technology and social networking using Wikis and Weblogs to expand cooperative learning outside the classroom.

Oct 5, 2009 - Lynda Allison

Preparing memorials and presenting them allows students to process and respond to the atrocities of the Jewish Holocaust in Europe during the Second World War.

Oct 3, 2009 - Lynda Allison

Students applying to New York City's Specialized High Schools need to start planning early to tour the schools and prepare for the admissions test.

Sep 17, 2009 - Meryl Feiner

With hundreds of options, the process for choosing a New York City high school can seem daunting but a little planning can reduce some of the stress.

Sep 12, 2009 - Meryl Feiner

High school graduation is a joyous ceremony celebrated with special gifts of appreciation for a job well done. Make the graduate's day complete with a memorable present.

May 13, 2009 - Mary King

Teens drive all year, but summer means a deluge of young drivers hitting the streets for fun and vacation. Defensive driving requires obeying road rules 100% of the time.

May 11, 2009 - Mary King

Multitasking while driving doesn't work for drivers of any age. A single distraction can result in deadly consequences for inexperienced teen motorists.

May 10, 2009 - Mary King

When high school students take after-school jobs, there may be a negative impact on their school achievement.

Apr 27, 2009 - Victor A. Gallis

High schools employ a number of disciplinary techniques including detentions and suspensions, but do these methods really solve the classroom issues.

Mar 7, 2009 - Michael Streich

Dropping out of school has always been a problem that educators understood and tried to prevent. Most people though - even parents, do not realize the full repercussions.

Feb 15, 2009 - Nelson Acquilano

Starting a Model United Nations or Model Congress club requires recruiting students interested in current issues and willing to debate those issues in competitive events.

Jan 20, 2009 - Michael Streich

The Ft. Lauderdale, Florida school boasts National Merit finalists, high SAT scores, an 18-to-1 student-teacher ratio, 171 courses, and more than 40 student clubs.

Dec 22, 2008 - Carroll Trosclair

Properly maintained portfolios contain student work that assists curricular evaluation, demonstrates individual student progress, and can be used in student placement.

Dec 5, 2008 - Michael Streich