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Sunday, November 22, 2009
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TEEN AND KID NEWS
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“Being one out of 10 percent of the school is a big honor. People respect you for it. It gives you a sense of selfpride.”
More than 4,000 teens die in car crashes each year and another 300,000 are injured, making car crashes the number one killer of teens, according to The Allstate Foundation. This week's events “I’m one of the many undecided seniors figuring out what to do after high school. Every day, since that first school bell rang freshman year, has been part of a countdown to graduation. I’m taking the time now to let my peers know the future cannot be eluded, act now.” “I can’t believe I’m a senior already. I have accumulated over the years great work ethics from my teachers, memories and support from my student body, and love from my family. “Staying focused this school year, I can’t help looking forward to what college has in store for me. Whether I major in pharmacy or pre-med, I plan on taking it one day at a time.” When the members of a new club at Tara High School were seeking a charitable project this year, they found one with a special connection to the school. Principal Luanne Estess has a 14-year-old granddaughter, Mary Beth Cvitanovich, who has Rett syndrome, a neurological developmental disorder. Glasgow student designs top poster Events scheduled for this week. “I believe the key to success is to give 100 percent in everything you do. My motto is ‘Live and Learn.’ Every day is a learning experience. When times get hard, pick up the pieces and keep moving forward. It’s all about having the right attitude.” Youth Calendar for Oct. 26, 2009 The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans, will open its doors to middle- and high-school students and their parents for Open Studio Day from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 7. |
