Michelle Obama worked with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to create the Healthy, Hungry-Free Kids Act in 2010. This act funded free lunch programs and also set a new nutrition standard...

While friendships are priceless, for many teenagers, socializing is an activity that carries a price tag. The price to fit in with different friend groups can range from going out to eat, watching sporting...

In the US, Thanksgiving, Christmas and the Fourth of July are cornerstone holidays for Americans. For immigrants in the US, these holidays are celebrated in a unique way, often by mixing and blending in...

Although chewing gum seems like a relatively recent invention, people have used gum for several millennia as a breath cleanser. However, the commercialization of bubble gum now poses several problems to...

Searching for a college roommate can be a very stressful, abnormal experience. To aid the search, universities have made websites and Instagram accounts to help new students match with a roommate. Students...

The increasing cost for extracurricular activities, including sports and clubs, is preventing many students from involvement and is revealing how financial problems can make high school activities inaccessible...

Farting is a natural body function that society has now frowned upon and turned into a taboo. The release of a fart can lead to humor and embarrassment, which has led to the establishment of social rules...

Pre-election buzz is always present, but this year brought even more chatter from voters, both before and after the presidential election. This constant discussion contributes to the political climate...

Around 60% of students in high school study with music to make the long hours of homework more enjoyable. Some say the music helps them power through assignments, while others claim it is a distraction. Music...

The fear of embarrassment has become a significant concern among teenagers. This heightened anxiety can be attributed to several factors, including societal expectations, the pervasive influence of social...

High schools worldwide are welcoming esports. Students are developing gaming clubs where they can compete in trending games, increasing the possibility of gaming being considered a competitive sport among...

  PVHS enacted a new study hall policy that allows students to leave during certain study halls and lunch. A new study hall policy was put in place shortly after Senior College and Career Readiness,...