For many students, senior year is relatively much easier than junior year; however, even with this easier schedule, a variety of students’ GPAs still tend to drop. Why could this be? Senioritis. This phenomena has become widely common throughout high school, as well as in college seniors. Aaron Mckay had some insight on this “disease.” He … More SLV Seniors feel effects of senior year

“What is the first word that comes to mind when you think of stress?” I asked Junior, Buddy Takemoto. Takemoto, with an unvarnished and even tone, replied, “Darrough.” Throughout SLVHS, Advanced Placement classes, or AP’s, such as Ms. Darrough’s AP English Language and Composition, are becoming benchmarks for academic success. However, the stress that often … More From a Junior crazy enough to take four APs to you: advice and optimism

Studies conducted over a period of around thirty years show that only a small percentage of teens get the nine hours of sleep needed to function at their best in academics, athletics, and life. Teens who get at least nine hours of sleep have developed good sleeping patterns, while the rest of the teenagers (those … More Lack of sleep may be affecting your academics, health and emotional well-being.