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The Value of an Arts Degree in the 21st Century

Posted by Marti Buckley

The practical parent questioning the idealistic teenager’s degree choice is a tale as old as time. Often a well-meaning parent’s advice is to be sensible, think about job security and...

Beyond the Screen: The Importance of Unplugging from Technology During Teen Summer Service

Posted February 20, 2024, 3:35 pm by Owen Clarke

The benefits of volunteering and spending time outdoors—especially in an entirely new environment, outside of one’s comfort zone—are extensive and well-documented, particularly for young people. Summer service projects for high...

Considering College? Don’t Forget These Other Options

Thinking About College? Consider All the Options First

Posted February 9, 2024, 2:00 pm by The Experts at TeenLife

When my son was a high school senior, he had no idea what he wanted to do after graduation. An average student, he didn’t think college was an option. Because...

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Summer Programs for High School Students: TeenLife’s Top 100 Most Popular Summer Programs for 2024

Posted February 1, 2024, 9:12 am by TeenLife

Looking for the most popular summer programs for high school students this year? Look no further. This article covers TeenLife’s top 100 most popular summer programs for high school students,...

Program Leader Spotlight: World Scholars Academy

Posted January 27, 2022, 12:00 am by Gerard Dericks

Dr. Gerard Dericks is the director of World Scholars Academy, which offers elite summer courses designed and taught by world-leading professional scholars. To learn more about World Scholars Academy click...

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What to Look for In a Pre-College Entrepreneurship Summer Program

Posted January 24, 2024, 10:00 am by Beth Goldstein

As you know all too well, having experienced a global pandemic as a young teen, we live in a world that is constantly changing—and change can be hard. To be...