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Many teens are encouraged to be independent, face challenges with determination, and to ‘stay strong’. However, resilience doesn’t grow in isolation. For a great number of teens, resilience develops through connections with others; whether these be people, places, or relationships, these connections help the teen to feel supported, protected, and validated. Numerous studies and public […]

When you think of leadership, what associations do you have with it? You probably associate leadership with titles (e.g., team captain, class president, and student leader). But in reality, there is much more to leadership than simply having a title. In fact, much of leadership is about demonstrating leadership qualities through the way you treat

Spring often marks a turning point in academic motivation. As the weather warms and the school year moves forward, many students begin to reassess their study habits and set new academic goals. If you want to improve your performance, you may think you just have to study longer. However, when it comes to improving academic

Writing a scholarship essay can seem like a huge challenge. Scholarship essay tips often make it sound simple, but the truth is there’s real pressure behind every word. You need to sound impressive, but not conceited; you need to be honest, but not too much of a risk-taker; and most importantly, you should sound accomplished

Many teens do volunteer work for the benefit of meeting a set number of service hours and lastly to look good on a college application. With all of the club meetings and application deadlines there are, searching for volunteer opportunities for teens, it often starts as a requirement rather than a calling. Volunteering with heart

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) greatly affects all aspects of life as we know it, especially how teens are learning in schools. The two most popular examples of AI tools for students are the use of ChatGPT for writing papers and summarizing material out of textbooks. The newest classroom innovations allow students to create

Relationships are meant to be built on loyalty, laughter, and trust. But not all friendships are healthy, and not all red flags are easy to spot. In fact, many unhealthy dynamics begin quietly, disguised as concern, closeness, or quirky personality traits. Over time, however, these patterns can chip away at your confidence, emotional safety, and

Black History Month honors the powerful legacy of African Americans who shaped history through courage, creativity, and conviction. While we often look to well-known civil rights icons and pioneers of the past, today’s trailblazers are also found in a new generation of change-makers: teens who are stepping up, speaking out, and shaping the future. This

With the increase in technology allowing teens to pay for everything using their phones, like Venmo, and with cash being less common, there’s a need to teach teen budgeting skills like never before. While young people are generally very comfortable using technology, many find themselves feeling lost when it comes to understanding how to budget,

The collaborative aspect of team sports encourages emotional and psychological development in addition to competition-driven performance. However, the Edward Taylor Coombs Foundation understands that team sports impact beyond performance, and contains benefits such as developing resiliency, thinkers, and socially connected people. Science has demonstrated the correlation between Mental Health and Academic Success through Youth Development,