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How to Master a Foreign Language

Stephany Morales Mena, Contributer May 8, 2025

“Language is key to normal everyday human function.” says Maria Gaitan, who had to learn English after arriving in the U.S. Knowing more than one language is an important tool. Because of social media,...

How to Treat a Concussion

Benjamin Williams, Contributer May 8, 2025

“If you feel you or your child may have a concussion, seek care as soon as possible.” says expert Dr. Kali Hollingsworth. While it might feel like you can just ignore it altogether, this is actually...

How to Parallel Park

How to Parallel Park

Sunni Blackwood, Contributor April 29, 2025

For the experienced driver, the ins and outs of parking seem almost second nature. But, if you’re still new behind the wheel, getting that perfect park job first try can feel almost impossible. One of...

How to Make a Flower Crown

How to Make a Flower Crown

Eric Truong, Contributor April 29, 2025

“Flower crowns are an amazing accessory for so many different things: weddings, baby showers, anniversaries, photoshoots-” mentions Maria Failla, a plant parent and gardener, “but also, they’re...

How To Prepare For A Musical Performance

How To Prepare For A Musical Performance

Keeva Cavanaugh, Contributor April 1, 2025

Many people can be hesitant and afraid to perform on stage, especially in a musical setting. It’s scary feeling unprepared, and not knowing what’s going to happen next. However, according to local...

How To Influence People With Classical Conditioning

How To Influence People With Classical Conditioning

Ariana Marte, Contributor April 1, 2025

Wishing you can easily make someone listen and obey your every request? Though it seems like a fantasy, this is a reality for Tim Bernard, who is a teacher at South High Community School with a bachelor’s...

How To Get Into College With Words

Jordan Dennett, Contributer March 25, 2025

“It’s the essay,” said college admissions advisor Todd Blechner when asked what sets you apart in college admission.  As a junior in highschool, college has been on my mind lately. In under...

How To Thrift The Perfect Gift

Jacqueline Afriyie, Contributer March 25, 2025

“Pay attention to what people say is important to them. Listen and then go and find it.” Says Liz Woods, a lifelong gifter, who has been thrifting for even longer. As the youngest of nine, thrifting...

How to Swim for Beginners

How to Swim for Beginners

Raymond Nguyen, Contributor March 18, 2025

As human beings, our modes of getting from one place to another without technology are walking, running, and swimming; and yet, a 2019 poll by The Magic 5 shows only less than half of Americans can swim....

How to Master the Art of Presenting

How to Master the Art of Presenting

Grace Martinez, Contributor March 18, 2025

“If you make a mistake or go off script, the audience most likely won’t notice,” says Jadiel Ortiz, a percussionist who plays for the South High Community School band in Worcester, Massachusetts....

Introducing the NYT "Tip" Column!

Introducing the NYT “Tip” Column!

Sarah Jeffers, Editor-in-Chief March 11, 2025

In Ms. Farrell's AP Lang classes, they have been working on writing their own How-To's in 400 words, similar to the ones published in the New York Times "Tip' column. Starting this week, we will release...

How to Get a New Eye Prescription

How to Get a New Eye Prescription

Kristen Doan, Contributor March 11, 2025

Have you ever been to the eye doctor? (Hopefully, yes). If so, have you ever wondered how optometrists determine new prescriptions? Then you’ve come to the right place! According to Doctor Duyen Tran,...

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