Happy Valentine's Day from 4S Education Foundation!
Read MoreHere’s a studying technique I recently discovered that optimized my productivity and helped me realize when it’s time to take a break without feeling guilty: the Pomodoro Technique. Pomodoro means “tomato” in Italian, and essentially, this specific technique prevents you from procrastinating and builds up your focus with time-allotted breaks.
Read MoreCollege is quite costly and financial aid may not be enough to fund your college expenses so you should start applying for scholarships now! Here are some tips:
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Read MoreThis graph shows how many students get awarded aid. About 85% receive some form of financial aid that helps fund their college expenses! Many colleges will require you to report your family's finances via the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to qualify for some form of financial aid.
Read MoreFebruary is National Cancer Prevention Awareness Month: a month for awareness and taking action to reduce your chances of getting cancer.
Read MoreFor all sophomores and juniors, show off your writing skills and make some by applying to the National Council of Teachers of English’s achievement awards in writing. This competition centers on the subject of education. You can cover topics such as educational issues, highlights and more.
Read MoreStudying could be hard especially when you’re studying by yourself. I found this out the hard way when I would be stuck on questions for hours without end. It wasn’t until I met a friend who always studied groups invited me to join her. I always thought I studied best when alone, but then I found out how studying with a friend helped me.
Read MoreEven if you are an amazing writer, having a 4SED mentor to help you brainstorm new ideas that you may not have considered by yourself. The 4SED mentor that you are paired with could help take your essay to the next level.
Read MoreFor today’s #FollowFriday, we’re featuring, ThePlusMeProject, a nonprofit organization that empowers the voice and confidence in students through storytelling. They offer workshops, presentations, and other services for high school students and underserved communities.
Read More“If you don’t try things and take risks, you don’t really grow and figure out what you want.” These are wise words from a popular actress and celebrity that you may all know: Zendaya.
Read MoreFinished with your FAFSA and think you’re done? That may be true, but that might not be the case if you’re applying to private schools.
Read MoreA crucial element to the college application process, especially when applying for private schools on the CommonApp, is the letter of recommendation that you are sending to your schools.
Read MoreToday’s student spotlight is on Jennifer Wu, a senior at Downtown Magnets High School. During her free time, she loves to play video games and read fantasy novels. Her favorite food is sushi. Right now, she intends to study Business for college, but that may change because she also likes Math and English as well.
Read MoreFor high school seniors applying to college right now, you might have heard your parents and college counselor telling you “Do your FAFSA right now.” They’re not wrong, but what exactly is the FAFSA?
Read MoreWhat are your New Year’s Resolutions? The new year is a great time to set goals for yourself but don’t let this hinder your from setting goals during the year as well. How many goals are you setting for yourself this year? Is it related to academics or your personal life?
Read MoreDuring the summer year after my senior year, I remember thinking: what next? It felt so freeing because I didn’t have any summer school work that I had to do. There was no school work that I had to worry about and I didn’t know what to do with my summer.
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