Go Thrifting and Buy Less

As part of her badge project, Avivah Mitchel (’23) researched how to people can make more sustainable choices in what they choose to buy. “Go thrifting and buying less, not only does it help with reducing the amount of waste in landfills, but also, lessens the impact those items created in production.”

Working in the Restaurant Industry Teaches Empathy and Responsibility

Bella Simonte (’23) writes about how the lessons learned from a job in the service industry go far beyond simply dealing with difficult customers. Things that, “if everyone learned, we’d live in a much more harmonious and compassionate world.”

Unbreakable bonds

Lucius Webster (’23) reflects on unique relationship of single mothers and sons. “Sons of single mothers often have a deep understanding of women’s struggles, and they develop a strong sense of empathy and compassion towards them.”

Beat the Burnout: Five Steps to Help You Finish the Trimester Strong

Olivia Palmbos (’23) provides tips and tricks to help Skyline students tackle the last push to final’s week. “Approaching a massive to-do list on your own can feel hopeless, but this does not have to be the case…Communicating with those you are working with will open the door to receiving support, accommodations, and/or agreeable solutions that will help you manage and get ahead of your workload.”

Wishful Thinking

Spoons Stovall (’24) questions the adage that time heals all wounds. “..your trauma is not all you are, but if it becomes all you can be, then recognizing your in need of help is the first step to reconstituting yourself.”