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Collegiate Basketball Seasons: Understanding How They Work?

Hey, question here about college basketball seasons. Does each of them run on the same schedule every year, with the same number of matches? What kind of commitment would I be looking at? As a high sc …

a year ago

Most Important High School Year?

In terms of college admissions, which year in high school is most crucial? I'm trying to get organized and want to prioritize well.

a year ago

Borrowing for College

Hey, could use some advice here. In your opinion, what's the most, in terms of loans and debt, a student should consider borrowing for college? I want to be aware and avoid as much debt as I can. Than …

a year ago

What are the most popular foreign languages in US high schools?

Hi guys! I'm currently a junior and I've been studying Spanish since middle school. But I'm curious about this - what are the most popularly studied foreign languages in American high schools right no …

a year ago

High School Writing Awards

I'm really into writing and I think it'd look good on my applications, too. Can anyone list down some of the most prestigious writing awards for high school students that I could potentially apply to?

a year ago

The Dreaded SAT Scores

Going crazy with test prepping right now, it's so stressful! Do any of you know what kind of SAT score most colleges typically accept? They all have different ranges but what seems to be the common gr …

a year ago

How many high school credits can you earn at most?

Hey folks, I'm an overly ambitious junior and I've been loading my schedule up with as many classes as I can handle. I've been wondering, though, how many credits can you max out on? Is there a limit …

a year ago

What's the most commonly performed show in high schools?

Hello everybody, quick question. I'm a member of my school's theater club and we're brainstorming ideas for our next big show. I'm curious, does anyone know what the most produced shows in high school …

a year ago

Have most US high schools really dropped home economics?

Does anyone know if it's true that most US high schools have dropped home economics from their curriculum? I really enjoyed the class and learned a lot from it. Why would they get rid of it?

a year ago

SAT Scheduling

Hey all, trying to map out my junior year and was wondering, when do most high schoolers usually take the SATs? I'd appreciate any advice on this.

a year ago

Newsweek's Most Challenging High Schools

Hey there, I'm always up for a good challenge and I heard that Newsweek ranks high schools based on how challenging they are. Can someone break down how these rankings work, what they're based on, and …

a year ago

Significance of Freshman Year High School GPA

Hey, I'm just a confused freshman here. Why do people keep saying that our freshmen year GPA is the most important thing? I thought it's a marathon, not a sprint, right? So, does messing up freshmen y …

a year ago

SAT Score Requirements

What's up guys? Could you help me figure out what minimum SAT score you'd typically need for most colleges? I have a score in mind, but just trying to gauge my standing.

a year ago

How to strategize my high school basketball career to maximize my chances to play for a college basketball d2?

Hey, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm just wondering, what are the ways to better position myself to hopefully one day play for a Division 2 college basketball team? Like, what skill sets are they …

a year ago

Where is the northernmost college university located in the Continental US?

I love the cold and extreme weather environments. This might be an odd question, but does anyone know what the northernmost university in the continental US is? Maybe I'll consider applying there.

a year ago

What are some popular funny plays high schools put on?

Hey! I'm in the drama club in my school and we're thinking of doing a comedy this year! What are some of the funniest plays which are typically popular in high schools?

a year ago

Understanding Ventura High School's Programs

Hey everyone, I go to Ventura High School, and I'm looking into advancing my AP courses. Has anyone got experience with the AP programs here? How effective are they for college admissions? Any advice …

a year ago

Impact of Team Support on College Experience?

So, I'm super into college football and want to attend a college with a strong team. Does anyone know which team holds the record for most college football championships? I'm curious if it really defi …

a year ago

First Year Experience in High School

I'm about to start high school and I'm a little bit nervous about the whole thing. I've heard the first year can be quite a transition. What are some specific expectations for the First Year Experienc …

a year ago

What are the most populated high schools in Connecticut?

I'm doing a bit of a project on student-teacher ratios and have been trying to find the high schools with the most students in Connecticut. Anyone have any leads?

a year ago
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