Hennepin County Library - TeenLinks: Librarians' Blog for School Stuff

Ace your AP exams! -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 13, 2012

Tony H. — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:34:34 CDT

Are you planning on taking an AP test this year? The exam dates are in May, but it's never too early to start preparing. You can take practice exams on LearningExpressLibrary. Good luck!

Alternatives to High School -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 13, 2012

Tony H. — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:30:18 CDT

There are many alternatives to traditional high school. Maybe you'd like a greater focus on math and science, or maybe you'd prefer a school of the arts. Or maybe regular high school just doesn't work well with your current situation. Our Alternatives to Regular School guide can help you find a program that fits your life and interests. Many programs have admissions deadlines in the winter and spring, so talk to your school counselor and start looking now.

Want to get a early start on college? -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 6, 2012

Tony H. — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:56:28 CDT

Consider PSEO! PSEO are Postsecondary Enrollment Options. PSEO courses allow students to take college-level courses and earn college credits while still in high school. Juniors and seniors can take PSEO courses on a full or part time basis. And as of 2012, 10th grade students are able to enroll in one Career and Technical Education course. Talk with your school counselor to find out more about PSEO.

Need volunteer hours -- School Stuff blog post for Sep 11, 2012

Tony H. — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:07:23 CDT

for school? If you are 16-years old or older, you can be a trainee election judge! Learn about our electoral process while helping with this historic election.

Don't have enough time -- School Stuff blog post for Apr 4, 2012

Katherine D. — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CDT

to do everything you want to do? Keep track of everything you must do, stay organized, and avoid distractions. Get more ideas on how to manage your time so that you can do what you want to do!

Do Something -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 7, 2012

Katherine D. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CDT

Want to get involved in making your school a better place? Dosomething.org gives you action ideas to get started.

Practice makes.. -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 6, 2011

Katherine D. — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CDT

better! Take AP practice tests online! Free! Just look for the LearningExpressLibrary in the Databases section.

10 tips for organizing your life -- School Stuff blog post for Oct 15, 2011

Katherine D. — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CDT

What can you do beyond making a to-do list? The College Board offers 10 simple things you can do right now to take control of your time.

Check the MAAP -- School Stuff blog post for Apr 27, 2011

Jody W. — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CDT

The Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs will help you find an Alternative Learning Center or other program if you're having trouble in school.

What would you do? -- School Stuff blog post for Mar 23, 2011

Jody W. — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CDT

MSNBC recently created a series of videos called My Kid Would Never Bully where they put teens like you in situations where they witnessed actors playing bullies and victims. A hidden camera showed what was going on to the teens' parents. It was a reality check for these Moms when they realized how hard it can be to do the right thing. What do you do when you witness bullying?

Hidden Truths of High School -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 15, 2011

Jody W. — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CDT

Hayley Hoover creates a video scrapbook that explains the hidden truths of high school.

Jump Start on College -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 7, 2011

Alicia A. — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CDT

Take classes at the U of M while you're still in high school-- for free! Info sessions and summer registration happening in February.

Other colleges and uni's also offer Post Secondary options. More info here.

Free Practice Tests -- School Stuff blog post for Jan 20, 2011

Alicia A. — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CDT

Free study guides and practice tests for ACT, SAT, GED, and more.

Cheap Winter Break Fun -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 14, 2010

Alicia A. — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CDT

No plans or no money for your holiday? Try a few of these 8 cheap things to do over winter break.

Study Break Tips -- School Stuff blog post for Nov 16, 2010

Alicia A. — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Got finals and projects coming up? Breaks keep your brain happy. Here are some tips.

...in nothing but a short pink bathrobe! -- School Stuff blog post for Sep 7, 2010

Alicia A. — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Hopefully your first day back was better than these Top 5 Back to School Horror Stories.

6 Tips for Surviving Your 1st Day of High School -- School Stuff blog post for Aug 10, 2010

Alicia A. — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT

First day tips and other advice at About.com.

How's that reading list coming? -- School Stuff blog post for Jul 1, 2010

Alicia A. — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Have required reading to finish by September? If you can choose, here are some short classics that won't suck up too much of your summer.

School's out-- time for camp! -- School Stuff blog post for Jun 9, 2010

Alicia A. — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Still looking for an interesting summer camp? Here are over 200 options compiled by the Star Tribune.

School lunch goes local -- School Stuff blog post for May 3, 2010

Alicia A. — Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Do you know where your school lunch comes from? If your district is part of the Farm to School program, part of it comes from local growers.

Broadway HS -- School Stuff blog post for Mar 24, 2010

Jan D. — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Broadway High School is committed to serving pregnant teens and teen mothers, offering academic programs, career skills, and even a cooking program.

A unique Minnesota school -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 24, 2010

Jan D. — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Want to make a real difference while attending high school? At the School of Environmental Studies you can study biodiversity, environmental health, and more, on the campus of the MN Zoo.

A unique Minnesota school -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 24, 2010

Jan D. — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CDT

Want to make a real difference while attending high school? At the School of Environmental Studies you can study biodiversity, environmental health, and much more, all on the campus of the MN Zoo.

College credit in high school -- School Stuff blog post for Jan 21, 2010

Jan D. — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CDT

There are several ways you can earn college credit while still in high school. The MN Dept. of Education has info on its website: http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/Academic_Excellence/College_Career_Readi/PSEO/index.html

IB -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 4, 2009

Jan D. — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Wondering what the International Baccalaureate program is all about? For details and school locations, check out their website and FAQ.

Bullying resources -- School Stuff blog post for Sep 23, 2009

Jan D. — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

There are several websites with excellent information on bullying and how to work to stop it. A new one to this site is Pacer Teens Against Bullying.

High School alternatives -- School Stuff blog post for Apr 21, 2009

Jan D. — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The Twin Cities offer many alternative school programs for high school students. Menlo Park Academy offers a full range of classes with a focus on high-interest, real life learning.

GED tests -- School Stuff blog post for Mar 25, 2009

Jan D. — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

You can't take the GED tests online, but you can study for them online, at the LearningExpressLibrary site.

Another alternative school choice -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 20, 2009

Jan D. — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The Minnesota Internship Charter School collaborates with a variety of Twin Cities organizations to offer educational programs centered around a student's career interests.

An alternative school choice -- School Stuff blog post for Feb 19, 2009

Jan D. — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The Minnesota Internship Charter School collaborates with a variety of Twin Cities organizations to offer educational programs centered around a student's career interests.

Stay in school by going online -- School Stuff blog post for Dec 10, 2008

Jan D. — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Having difficulty juggling school with work and other issues? Perhaps the Minnesota Virtual High School can help you stay in school.

Are you a homeschooled teen? -- School Stuff blog post for Oct 29, 2008

Jan D. — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CDT

The Minnesota Homeschool Alliance website has information especially for teens, including how to find activities, social events, and driver's ed instruction.

Defeat bullying at school -- School Stuff blog post for Sep 8, 2008

Jan D. — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Get the school year off to a good start by working to eliminate bullying in your school. Find more information at the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center.

Back to School -- School Stuff blog post for Aug 28, 2008

Jan D. — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Get the school year off to a good start by working to eliminate bullying in your school. Find more information at the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center.