Halloween: fun, fright, costumes, carving, candy
For many students, Halloween is among the most-liked holidays. It's not a day off of school, but it has all sort of fun and tasty things in it.
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Students can embrace a new era of ‘classical’ music
Classical music in the 21st century (or, technically, Western art music) isn't popular among students but makes important contributions to art.
Student reviews: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
Even if you haven't seen the Netflix miniseries about Jeffrey Dahmer, you have certainly heard about it. Here's what students say.
Vaping use among high & middle schoolers ticks up
The use of vaping products decreased last year among middle and high school students, but it increased a little in 2022.
TikTok challenges are dangerous for schools, kids
The popular social media app is spreading hazardous "challenges" that can damage kids' physical and emotional wellbeing.
Yom Kippur, holiest day of the Jewish year
Yom Kippur, the Jewish "day of atonement," is the highest of the high holy days in the Jewish calendar.
A Black woman now sits on the Supreme Court
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson takes her role as an associate justice of the US Supreme Court, beginning a high-profile term.
Dancers shine on turf and on new floors
Competitive dance is engaging and can happen in a shiny new dance studio or on the artificial turf of a football field.
Some students say Ukraine war is overshadowed
The war between Russia and Ukraine rages on, student newspapers report, yet most students aren't paying attention anymore.
Parades, spirited dressing announce homecomings
School spirit steps up at high schools across the country during these weeks, culminating in a homecoming celebration.