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Read What the Pros Are Writing About Teens
Select the 'Hot Story Ideas' button on the front page to read what the professional press has written recently about teenagers and high schools. These articles provide background information for articles you might write for your school newspaper.
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Let the Debates Begin
The nation is now in the thick of the debates about who will be our next President. When a candidate comes to your town, attend a rally or a press conference and send your report to Teen Voices. Use the 'Send Article' button on this page.
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American students not proficient in math?
The five countries with the highest test scores average around 210 days of school a year, while the U.S. schools average around 180. In Japan there are at least two teachers in every classoom, a math teacher says.
By Sydney Hodge, Wildcat Times, Mayfield High School, Cleveland, OH - 1/20/12 |
New 'Anti-Terrorist' Law Terrorizes First Amendment of Constitution
The House of Representatives and the Senate included the unconstitutional part of a bill that denies suspected terrorists the right to defend themselves in front of a jury with a lawyer.
By Liza Yanovskaya, Argus, Midwood High School at Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY - 1/17/12 |
Prosperity at Risk: Student Debt on the Rise
This article discusses the dangers of overlooking today's student debt crisis and what that could mean for America's future and the economy.
By Alex Anderson, The Catalyst, Temple High School, Temple, TX - 1/12/12 |
Game of Musical Chairs Continues for Republican Party
Mitt Romney has remained the 'safe choice' for Republican voters, but the Iowa Caucus showed angst among Republicans who weren't sold on him. Will other states be any different?
By Seth Opoku-Yeboah, Manassas.Patch, , Manassas, VA - 1/10/12 |
Alum Helps Bring National Protest to Local Forefront
 Many locals recently united to protest national inequality at the government level and its effect on the Knoxville community. People from all over Knoxville rallied together to voice their opinions and fight for a change in government. These individuals included everyday passive citizens as well as extreme activists.
By Catherine Wiedman, The Phoenix, South Doyle High School, Knoxville, TN - 1/10/12 |
For Two Girls, Charter School Was the Right Choice
One student sympathizes with public-school administrators, saying they need to focus on discipline before experimenting with other reforms, such as a year-round calendars and uniforms.
By Hrishikesh Deshpande, Y-Press, , Indianapolis, IN - 1/7/12 |
Egypt Today: Violence, Confusion, Rumors
The crowds are returning to Tahrir and what is now being called OccupyCabinet on Twitter. The first anniversary of January 25th is coming up in a month and people already are going crazy on Twitter. It is impossible to predict what can happen or if a second revolution is, indeed, in the making.
By Lama Tawakkol, The Tattoo, Youth Journalism International, Bristol, CT - 12/23/11 |
Michigan Adopts Anti-Bullying Law
 The new law requires Michigan schools to develop anti-bullying policies and procedures to address complaints within the next six months.
By Shannon Shaver, P-CEP Perspective, Plymouth High School, Canton, MI - 12/23/11 |
'Occupy' Movement Reaches Chapel Hill
Many people feel that, despite attracting attention, the Occupy Chapel Hill movement is not a particularly noteworthy cause. However, others think that the protestors deserve admiration for the time, effort and discipline they put toward their demonstrations.
By Austin Moody, The Northwood Omniscient, Northwood High School, Pittsboro, NC - 12/20/11 |
Why Obama's Our Guy
A quick look at what President Obama has done so far and why he needs another four years to finish what he's started.
By Miller Saltzman, The Lions' Den, San Diego Jewish Academy, San Diego, CA - 12/19/11 |
Does Social Networking Carry a Health Risk?
People don't know that each time they log on they may be at risk of having ADHD, depression, narcissistic tendencies, and antisocial behaviors.
By Mariah Brockelbank, The Tiger Transcript, Ipswich High School, Ipswich, MA - 12/19/11 |
Republican Primaries, The Very Meaning of the Word, 'Meh'
As the country prepares for the 2012 elections, I have witnessed the media's mercurial attitude toward the candidates. Though I'd like to criticize this process, I can't help but laugh at it.
By Anthony Fuentes, Knights Banner, Arroyo High School, El Monte, CA - 12/19/11 |
Don't Panic, but Congress Might Delete Your Facebook
Too bad that the only way Congress can figure out how to fight copyright infringements involves letting corporations blacklist Web sites accused of copyright violations.
By Aysha Khan, The Griffin, Dulaney High School, Timonium, MD - 12/16/11 |
Loss of Loans Could Threaten College-bound Students
Taking out student loans for college could be beneficial to some students. However, the loans can also bury students in debt after graduation.
By Sabrina Ferrero, The Chronicle @ Kettle Run, Kettle Run High School, Nokesville, VA - 12/16/11 |
The First Amendment Is Alive Today
Frequently people attempt to abuse the First Amendment by using it to do inappropriate things. But 2011 proved to reinforce our rights with events that ranged from the Occupy Movement to freedom of speech on Twitter.
By Tyler Huddleston, Seaman Clipper, Seaman High School, Topeka, KS - 12/15/11 |
Passage of Dream Act Positive for Everyone
Many teens who are children of undocumented parents are high achievers ... higher than many students who are U.S. citizens. Passing the DREAM Act means we will have a smarter society, with more minds that can contribute new ideas and cures.
By Yeimy Ojeda, The Saga, West High School, Bakersfield, CA - 12/15/11 |
Teen Sex is Rampant, and So Are Diseases
According to the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of the 19 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases are among youth ages 15 to 24.
By Jake Thornburgh and Sigal Tavel, Y-Press, , Indianapolis, IN - 12/10/11 |
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