Teens

Teens

Apps and Advice for Teaching your Teen to Drive Safely

Remember what seems like a lifetime ago (1968 for me) when you first got your driver’s permit? I do. I was 15 years and 6 months old. I kept thinking,

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‘Fed Scholars’ Students Write Book on Life as Teens in Cleveland

Students at Cleveland Metropolitan School District's Lincoln-West High School who were part of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland’s Fed Scholars Program published a collection of poems and short stories that give readers a look at the city through the students’ eyes. ...
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New Mental and Behavioral Health Resources for Teens

When teens have troubling thoughts or are prompted by a peer’s concerning behavior, to educate themselves on mental health they often turn to internet search engine links – many of

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Having a Discussion with Tweens and Teens is a Tool in Suicide Prevention

The Netflix show “13 Reasons Why” has been a topic of interest among teens, national media and adults. It depicts a series of tapes created before a teen’s suicide. The

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Mentor Library Kicks Off Teen Art Contest

Today marks the start of Mentor Public Library's teen art contest. Students in seventh through 12th grades are invited to enter any work of art that goes along with the theme of the library's summer reading program, "Build a Better World." The artwork will be on display at the library’s Main Branch this summer, and the winning artist will earn a prize. ...
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13 Signs Your Kid is Graduating from High School — and You’re Totally Losing It

If you’re like me, you’ve never paid much attention to “graduation season hoopla” until you realized this is the year that will adorn your child’s tassel on their high school

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Expert Advice for Navigating Tough Conversations with your Teen

We’ve all been there — sitting in the hot seat — because our parents wanted to have “the talk.” Now it’s our turn to sit down with our own children,

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Audition Period Open for ‘Shining Star CLE’ High School Vocal Competition

Video auditions are being accepted for the solo-singing competition for high school students. Students (graduation dates 2018-2021) who live in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Medina or Summit counties are eligible to enter. Winners will receive college scholarships, and finalists will get the chance to perform on stage. ...
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Head-to-Toe Teen Style Guide

Figuring out exactly what is and isn’t trendy when it comes to teen fashions can be tricky — that’s why we've taken the guesswork out of refreshing your teen’s style. We talked to fashion experts to find out what teens will be wearing this spring. Here's a hint: t-shirts and jeans are always in — just with a little different style this season. ...
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A Tale of Teen Dating

In what seems like the blink of an eye, tots become teenagers. Though some may be unwilling, parents now have to embrace their child’s new stage of development — teen dating. However, it doesn’t have to be a nail-biting experience for mom and dad when approached with curiosity and candid conversation. ...
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