Lilly’s Story & Local Teen Parent Resources
Lilly K. knows only too well the ups and downs of being a pregnant homeless teen. Today she is in a safe place, studying to be an EMT, with a healthy toddler at her side, but it was only a
A World of Opportunity Found in an ROTC Scholarship
It’s no secret that the cost of a college education is soaring. And every year, it seems to climb to new heights. Those determined to get a degree (particularly from a school of their choice) must creatively research paths to drastically
How Parents Can Help Teenage Boys Be More Successful (Written by a 13-year-old Boy)
There is an age-old gulf separating the minds of teenagers from that of their parents. We often struggle to understand one another, and the middle school years seem to be particularly difficult. But Washougal teen Ricky P. is on a
It’s Your Graduation Night. Please. Be. Careful.
For thirteen long years you’ve waited for this night. Like most people your age, you’ve worked and studied hard. You’ve dedicated and applied yourself. Here you are, impatiently waiting to hear your name, to take your walk across your stage. To
Editor’s Pick: “Screenagers” Documentary
It's a common script: "But everyone else in my school has a smartphone!" "I have to play the newest video game!" "Why don't you trust me with a tablet?" "I need Snapchat and Instagram! My social status depends on it!" The arguments go on and on with
Teaming Up to Make a Difference
Dedicated high school sports teams have the power to set incredible records, beat tough opponents and send crowds of fans to their feet in celebration. Combining commitment, drive and determination, they become a force of influence, collectively and individually. And
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Just imagining an adolescent overcome with anxiety or fear, expressing thoughts of suicide, or showing signs of an addiction or eating disorder can leave an unprepared adult speechless and paralyzed. If you’re a parent of teenagers or are around teens often,