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Let It Go (Frozen) - Piano Cover by Kuha'o Case

You have potential. But potential involves practice and a belief that you can succeed.
Listen to this blind teen play piano.

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Dating Violence Once Again Leads To A Co-Ed's Death

Sunday, February 8, a Millersville University co-ed was beaten to death by her boyfriend.
Karlie Hall was with her boyfriend, Gregorio Orrostieta when he killed her, perhaps accidentally, during an argument, after attending a party. She showed signs of having been severely beaten and strangled.
While we do not know all of the details of what happened that night, we do know that injuries and death resulting from dating violence is not as uncommon as we would like to believe.

If you are in an abusive relationship, please seek professional help. Or, at least let your parent/guardian know what has happened. You deserve better!

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33 Moments That'll Restore Your Faith In Humanity

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Avoiding common admissions essay mistakes
 
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Attention, Guys!

I want to address the guys, right now. Even though some of this piece involves you, gals.
It involves sexual assaults.

First and foremost, there is no excuse for coerced or other forced sexual activity. Period.

* Much is made at the high school and college level of the number of females who are sexually assaulted. However, not that much is made of the males who are also victims of sexual assault.

* There are gay males who are raped or otherwise assaulted by other men, both gay and heterosexual. Even, bisexual. -- Victims often fear embarassment or further assaults as a result of reporting these incidents. Reporting these attacks to their parents can be devastating, especially if the parents are unaware of their child's sexual orientation.

* There are males who are falsely accused of rape or assault by others who seek revenge for being jilted, cheated on, or otherwise rejected. The guys often feel helpless trying to prove their innocence in a 'she-said, he-said' situation.

* Then, there are heterosexual males who are coerced into sexual activity by and with a female. (Taking advantage of a person who is drunk or high, is wrong, whether that person is a guy or a gal.)

Schools need to do a better job of not only educating students of the dangers of sexual assaults, but parents, and clergy need to also do more.
If you are a victim of rape, rape accusations, or other sexual assault-related matters, think of an adult whom you can trust. (Even police can be a good resource.) Once you make your decision, seek the help that you need. Do not feel ashamed. Do not suffer in silence.
Many communities have rape/sexual assault crisis centers that help both genders of victims. There are also telephone hotlines.

Help Save A Friend, Even Yourself

Unless you have been living under a rock, you have heard the latest example of a teen who went on a shooting/killing rampage.
The teen in Washington who invited a number of close friends and a relative to join him at lunch in the cafetaria. That's where he shot them. Some dead, others still in bad shape in the hospital. - The shooter then killed himself.

What makes this  incident somewhat different than others is that he did not appear to have been bullied. In fact, he was recently made a homecoming prince. Played football.

What makes this situation similar to others, however, is that he seems to have been spurned by a girl he wished to date. He also began posting 'out-of-character' on social media.

If you have had a breakup or been rejected by a girl or guy, it might feel humiliating and 'the end of the world', but it truly isn't. This is an occasion where adults can share some real insight: The pain will pass and new and better opportunities await you, if you hang in there!
Don't be embarrassed or afraid to speak with a counselor at school or clergy or another, trusted adult. There are also 24/7 hotlines available.

The other take-away for you is that if you begin seeing someone change the tone of their postings on social media to something dark/violent, please let an adult know. You might be the one who saves your friends or even yourself.

'Nuff said.

Teen Grand Master?

Forget stereotypes. The Chess Club Geek is cool.
They are the 'other jock', but, hopefully, without the attitude often attributed to star athletes. (And, which is not always an accurate portrayal of them).

(Personal 'confession': I was in my school's chess club but was pretty awful at it. But, one of my fondest memories was when my sons brought me to a match where a Grand Master was playing many folks. I was beaten fairly quickly, but what a great family night! - So, make some great memories with your family! Why don't you all learn to play chess and spend some quality time together. It might not be as boring as you imagine!)

'Nuff said.

'Deleted' Snapchat Photos
Downloaded By Thousands Of Others!

Many of these photos were of teens in sexually-oriented poses, to say the least. - We remind you, again, that Snapchat photos can easily stay around and be viewed by others. So, please stop this reckless behavior that can have serious consequences for you and loved ones.

http://www.foxnews.com/tech/2014/10/12/hackers-eye-release-100k-deleted-snapchat-images/

Succumbing To Peer Pressure
By Minu Aravind

A well said quote which goes as, “Friends and books should be few and good”, it surely does matter a lot when one has to choose the group where they prefer to be seen with by the outsiders. When we are toddlers and we enter, the hallowed portals of a school, as children we always seem to live in the fear of every stranger that we come across when we enter the premise and cry because every face is new and equally horrifying to us, especially that of the teachers, who seem to appear as the “Bogey Man” of the many horror stories narrated by our mom’s.

So amongst that huge crowd when we find the mild looking person, who is of our age, tiny and terrified, we tend to get along well with that kid and slowly similar terrified looking kids join the group and by the end of a week, we don’t even realise that we are all best buddies. But, there is one stark difference between toddlerhood friendship and friendship in youth days. Youngsters mostly tend to be the one who like to go along with the crowd, i.e. the ones who are popular and loved by the teachers, considered to be cool etc. It is not bad to be with them, but what we should keep in mind is whether the group of friends we choose are the real friends or just “friends for benefit”. Real friends who can vouch for you whenever you need their help are rare to find, but if one does then the person surely has hit the jackpot.

Peer pressure has often led to serious offensive acts that have taken place in schools and colleges and in certain events have led to the youngster’s death. The usual cases reported on incidents that were a result of peer pressure includes that of drug abuse, alcohol abuse, getting caught in sex racket cases and recently the trends of the rave parties, which is taking the reputation of the present generation youngsters down the drains. To be responsible for one’s own actions is a very responsible attitude that is present in very few people today. Unleashing one’s own freedom rights is good, but good to the extent where you are not violating others freedom. However, very few people do wish to take advice and hence are the ones who mostly get into bigger troubles in life. Before life gives you a bigger jolt, wake up and be responsible citizens.

Minu Aravind is a self-motivated writer and blogger with an ability to develop unique content, is associated with Top ten IGCSE Schools in Bangalore. She is a strong advocate of high-grade education, and focuses to develop blogs and articles in the field of education, parenting, and child development and so on.

Popular Teen Shows Over The Years

I was thinking of some of the best shows for (tweens and) Teens.
Here are some past and presnt shows that I thought of.
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Smallville - Boy Meets World - Glee - Girl Meets World - Family Ties - Modern Family - Growing Pains - Full House-
 
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