Mediation must be met
Mr. Mander, a ninth grade Physical Science teacher, makes it clear that striving for preservation is the best answer to a healthier future.
Seeking elusive balance on environmentalism vs. industry
The arguments between environmentalism and industrialization have convincing, logical speakers on both sides; likewise, they both have extremists that spoil the names of their cause. The key to the puzzle, some suggest, would be to find a balance between the two alternating ideologies — a world where the environment was protected, but not at the cost of the advancement of technology and humanity.
Seeking clarity on climate change
Even though the actions of major corporations cannot be stopped by the common citizen, awareness of environmental issues is a huge factor in fixing the problem.
Teen Face: Jennifer Hernandez, Windsor High, 17
Jennifer Hernandez, who joined the Boys & Girls Club in Windsor when she was in sixth grade, is in the running to become the organization's California Youth of the Year
Teen Essay: San Antonio High helped turn life around
I turn 19 this summer and on March 1 I graduated high school. I owe this all to the school that finally cared enough to push me to graduate.
None: The fastest-growing religious demographic
According to a study released by Pew Research Center, the fastest growing religious denomination in America is known as the “Nones,”or the religiously unaffiliated.
Teen Face: Ryder Schalich, 16, Piner
Ryder Schalich isn't one to let a rare genetic disorder interfere with his life, competing on multiple Special Olympics teams, on a local Challenger Little League team and as a shot put and discus thrower on Piner's track team.
A look ahead: 10 years later for Renee Bunn
Renee Bunn’s inspiration for her future job ambition stems from the fact that her own aunt works in Los Angeles and has taught stars, such as Selena Gomez.
A look ahead: 10 years later for Ysabella Esponda
High ambitions, such as Casa Grande High senior Ysabella Esponda’s, often are struck down by a simple, one-page college rejection letter, causing career plans to change and demoralizing the aspiring high school senior. But for Esponda, an early acceptance into the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising has allowed her to become more focused on her dream of becoming a red carpet fashion stylist.
Caleb Lundquist, 16
Christopher He is a sixteen year old boy, and when you look at us simply as people, there is no difference; we are equal, two friends who share common interests, frequently engaging in activities together. We talk about how our day went, listening and communicating through more than just words. [...]