“WOW!” my squeaky voice rose. I sat next to my dad on the couch and watched him close the finished book. Nate the Great fanned out and showed many folded pages. “Can I read next, Papa?” I pleaded and looked up at him. He turned his face to mine. His bright blue eyes creased at […]

I think that corporal punishment in school should be an appropriate means of punishment. I really believe that if there were actions such as these, their would not be such bad behavior. For people who really try hard in school and want to make something with their lives, this would not bother. For people who […]

So I’ve just read an article about whether if separating boys and girl would improve/help their performance in school or not. Personally I don’t think separating boys and girls would help them perform better in school at all. Boys and girls aren’t really different from each other if you really think about it, but because […]

In the town with wide beaches, boardwalk, and mansions, my school in Ventnor thinks that what if there will be no homework? If the school banned homework for the rest of the year, then we celebrate, make fun, and hopefully gonna do work in class. I want to tell you, Teenink readers, that every school […]

The article, “Bye-Bye, Bully”, by Michaela H., stood out to me the most because it is a great reading for anyone in general. It shows people that you do not have to change anything about yourself just to please them because you are perfect the way you are. Also, you should be proud of who […]

During a creative writing class, a kid was making fun of another kid because he was African American. The African American kid asked for help, but no one would help. The teacher just kept telling him to do his work. After a while, I had had enough and said “hey! racism is not cool,please stop”.Because […]

Thoughts are our own ideas and opinions . They have deep impact in our life and guide us through both happiness and adversities. They can be categorized into two parts; good and bad thoughts. Good thoughts or positive thinking lead to good character and when it appears in action, it is know as conduct or […]

Books allow people to escape reality and be able to hear others’ stories and imagination through writing. Books can teach lessons, retell memoirs, and have an assortment of genres to show these themes. Some of these books have been able to withstand the test of time and convey a universal theme to many because of […]

I believe recess should not be allowed in schools. You hear so many stories of how so-and-so was bullied on the playground. Bullying is becoming more of an issue. Most of these events take place on the playground. At one point, a child is excluded from recess activities or another child is bullying another child. […]

I love music more than anything else in the world. It is my passion. To me, music is a way to express myself and use my own voice to create beautiful sounds. I sing in the shower, I sing at night, I sing when I do homework, any free time I have I use it […]

A fine line rests between religious expression and the endorsement of religion. The First Amendment protects the individual’s freedom of religion; however, there stands a great wall between the church and the state and should remain that way. Publicly displaying the ten commandments and distributing the bible in public schools are activities that were ruled […]

After you pass sophomore year, there is one thing on everyone’s mind: college. Seniors spend their last year of high school applying and juniors spend their year preparing academically and visiting campuses. And there are three questions every student wants answered. First—what colleges should I apply to? Second—what are these colleges looking for? And finally—can […]

There are obvious differences in education. If you were raised in an environment filled with sewage, taught with one out-dated textbook in each classroom, and your teacher took more “sick” days then you did, you probably wouldn’t get into a very prestigious college, especially not compared to the other kid who wore pristine uniforms every […]

Homework is an omnipresent part of high school life. It is met with groans and frustration by most, but it is the most important piece of work given to high school students. Homework helps students review concepts taught in class, and at a time when stress to get into college is high, homework can be […]

Put yourself in the place of someone not too many years older than you, who is about to take on the role of a well-known and beloved teacher, after their sudden departure towards the middle of the year. How would you feel? Excited, or nervous? Eager to experience new things, or constantly terrified of failure? […]

When you’re in high school, people are contantly telling you about how college is expensive and to be grateful that you don’t have to pay for much. At the same time, when you’re in high school you’re so ready for college that all negative talk goes in one ear and out the other. Once you […]

I have several opinions pertaining to schools and how they function. First of all, I believe that everyone is entitled to wear what he or she wants to school instead of being forced to wear a school uniform. However, there should be specific rules to go along with this statement. I don’t believe that inappropriately […]

Have you ever thought ahead to what the next few years of your life may consist of? Whether you are a freshman, senior, or even just enjoying high school, lets take a look at what you have coming your way! Before even taking one step into high school, freshmen are already dreading their first day. […]

Did you know that studies show summer assignments actually set students back? You would think that summer assignments would get students a head start to the school year, but this is not always the case. Students look forward to their time off during summer vacation, and when they are bombarded with loads of reading and […]

Have you ever wanted longer school days ? I know what you are thinking this chick is crazy for asking me this question. Right? Think about the advantages or the disadvantages, if you want, to a longer school day but there is many facts about each and you can argue both sides . I for […]

I think it is important to have atleast one class at every school that is devoted to singing and only singing. Choir not included. To me it’s important because there could be kids in school where singing is a career they want to pursue when they get older. Choir isn’t good enough for me because […]

Those who make others life hell. What enjoyment do you get out if it? I always wondered that. I’m a senior at my school. I always see people getting picked on. It upsets me. I always confront the bullies before things get in hand and ask them eye to eye, “why are you picking on […]

Why year-round school is better than the traditional year school It wasn’t until 1968 to 1970 that the year-round education system was established in the states of Missouri, Illinois, California, and Minnesota. Ever think what a year-round school would be like some kids say that it’s nice because we get to have longer breaks and […]

Coach John John Maichle has been my coach for five years for travel softball, and now he is my coach for DMA softball. He is a phenomenal coach to have; he is young and hip, and he knows what to do and when to do it. Though he may have his flaws, like every other […]

It all began as a couple or rumors. “You heard..?” No I would say delicately, afraid to say something I wasn’t suppose to. “The schedule is changing to like eight classes.” I stood there in awe,why would the school do such a thing? I asked myself. Everything is going alright, there’s no evident need for […]

Homework, when searched on Google its defined as the piecework done at home for pay. Other resources define homework as paid work done at home, or schoolwork that a student is required to do at home. So my first question is why is homework paid work? Is it because if we don’t do it we […]

Who doesn’t love the annoying sound of their alarm clock going off at the crack of dawn monday through friday? Or how about that big, sweet stack of homework that we get to take home everyday? Welcome to high school kids; all no fun, or games- just tons and tons of stress. Elementary students have […]

My town voted about a year ago on the Board of Education’s budget cut. Either the people would have to pay more tax money for our school system, or several teachers would get laid off. We students, in addition would have to forgo the newspaper club, chess club, field trip club, and a few others. […]

Maybe you’ve been in this situation before. It’s the night before a big project or essay is due, and you’re relaxing – reading a book, playing video games, doing whatever you want to your heart’s content. It’s not becausee you’re done, though. It’s because you’ve completely forgotten about it. You get a text from a […]

I have to get to my locker. Was that essay due today? Crap. Hey, jerk, don’t bump into me! The nerve of some people. Do I have enough time to go to the bathroom? Probably not. When did my chemistry teacher say the test is? Friday? Or tomorrow? I should go after school and ask […]