On March 13, we arrived in Senlis, to meet our host families! The whole bus ride I was shaking with excitement and nerves. The thought of living with a random family for ten days was very frightening.   What...

On March 9, I had the great privilege of traveling to France, to participate in HCP’s French Exchange program.   My group consisted of 29 students from our school and Cassady, along with our...

Recently, I have discovered my love for concerts. Slowly I have been crossing off the names of people who I want to see perform the most.   On Sept. 9, I got to cross off the number one name on my...

The last day of the New York trip was slow, but I got on one last fascinating tour.   Sunday, March 26 began with the final packing of my belongings, that I did not do the night before, and loading...

Day three of the trip was both exciting and discouraging.   Saturday, March 25 began with singing with the HCP choir at the Heart of America Choral Festival. We were one of only three concert choirs....

Day two of the New York trip with the school choir was packed with many fun events and new experiences.   Friday, March 24 began with a 4-hour walking tour of Manhattan. I got to see many major places...

Along with the school choir, I recently visited New York City for the first time and flew on a plane for the first time in more than a decade.   I arrived at the airport at 3:30 a.m. on March 23. The...

Working during a school break is a reality for most students. Rather than going out of state or taking a senior trip, during break, I worked a 40-hour work week like a full-time employee.    However,...

In high school it can be difficult for some teenagers to find where you belong. For some, athletics/sports contribute to finding your people. It can be hard, and you might even have to try a few different...

The two new 35 minute advisories during the school day allow students to take a break from school. While this time is great for knocking out some homework, making up missed assignments or getting help...