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Does anyone know exactly what timeline colleges use when looking at our high school record? Like, do they concentrate on the last couple of years more, or is every single year equally important?

Hey fam, kinda lost here. When talking about life after graduation, which years of college would you say are the most pivotal in shaping a person's career trajectory? I'm just trying to figure it all …

Hey, folks! I'm a high school athlete always looking for a good challenge. Just out of curiosity, in your experience, which high school sport do you think is the most physically demanding and why?

Hey, I'm a little bit stressed out, not gonna lie. About to head off to a four-year college and I was wondering, what type of computer do most of these institutions require? Any help would be super ap …

Hey folks, I was wondering what are some of the most outstanding accomplishments that high schoolers have achieved? I’m not just talking about academic, but also sport, community service, and other no …

My ultimate goal is to work in a scientific field, so I feel it's vital to start planning early. I'm curious, which high schools out there are known for their successful alumni in the science fields?

Hey guys! So, I'm thinking ahead about my prospective career paths and teaching appeals to me. I'm genuinely curious, what subjects are most in-demand for high school teachers? I want to potentially c …

Hey guys, I'm a high school sophomore and a bit of a football geek. I was wondering, which high schools generally have the most nationally ranked football teams in the US? By most, I mean, those that …

Hey everyone, I have this assignment where I need to write an essay on my most memorable high school experience. It's kinda stressing me out because I want to make it as meaningful and rich as possibl …

As I'm preparing for my PSAT and potential National Merit Scholar qualification, I've started wondering if there's a specific high school that tends to churn out the most National Merit Scholars. Is t …

Hey guys, as a cheerleader, I had some pretty crazy and fun moments in high school. I mean, from the thrill of games to nail-biting competitions, there's a lot to choose from. But I'm struggling to pi …

I've been reflecting on my high school journey (yah, I know junior year just started) but I'm super curious about what you guys found most memorable. It could be a special event, achieving something s …

Hello everyone, I'm in New Hampshire and am looking to transfer to a school with more diversity. I truly think that diversity broadens horizons and helps to learn new things. Does anyone have any thou …

Howdy, I'm thinking about transferring to a school in another part of New Jersey. One of the things that matter a lot to me is diversity, I love having the opportunity to meet people from different cu …

Hello everyone, I've heard that many jobs only require a high school diploma. I'm honestly thinking that college may not be the path for me at this moment. What kind of jobs could I start looking into …

I'm working on my essays and one prompt is about the most memorable experience during my high school years. Totally stumped! Would love some advice on how to effectively write about this. What should …

Hey everyone, I've been assigned to write an essay about the most memorable event in my high school life. Any suggestions on how to approach this? I just don't want to write a cliché story. Thanks!

Hello, everyone! I'm currently in my junior year, and am trying to figure out ways to make my college application stand out. I heard that some extracurricular activities are more intensive than others …

Hey folks, would anyone know about ways or reliable sources to find out which is considered the most diverse high school in the United States? Diversity is a pretty big factor for me, so I'd appreciat …

Just out of curiosity, how would a student generally earn a 'most improved' award at the high school level? What kinds of improvements are typically recognized?