How It All Started It seems straightforward for anyone who has worked with middle school or high school students. Perhaps you’ve seen a backpack full of crumpled papers, or a student so overwhelmed with different short- and long-term assignments and expectations that they shut down. Put simply, students who aren’t able to organize, prioritize, start, … Read more
There were 346 school shootings in 2023, which is the highest total on record since at least 1966. This senseless violence can be impossible to comprehend, and it can feel impossible to put feelings into words. Gun violence, while immense, is just one of the many fears students may carry with them when entering school. … Read more
Last week, I had a high school senior in my office for a college advising appointment. A few minutes into the meeting, she blurted out, “I am so stressed! I don’t know what my passion is!!!” Please note: I had not asked her to identify her passion, her sense of purpose, or anything related. I … Read more
Test. The word itself is heavy enough to make your eyes roll, and your shoulders slump. After months of learning new content across five or more classes, it can feel overwhelming to stay on top of quizzes, tests, and approaching finals. At Green Ivy, we understand the dread. But we also know that with careful … Read more
Weekends and light homework weeknights offer great opportunities to reset your materials! By keeping an organized backpack, you can save yourself time and avoid stress throughout the week. Once you’ve neatly ordered your bag, materials become easier to find, assignments are less likely to get lost in a pit of crumpled papers, notes can be … Read more
Imagine you’re in Spanish or Biology class. You accidentally zone out when the teacher gives out homewok instructions. In your homework portal, the instructions seem frustratingly vague. In situations like these, it can be crucial to have 1-3 acquaintances in the class that you can text, email, or call for clarification. Having connections in each … Read more