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    Posts Tagged ‘high school’

    • Fiona’s Blog: On Public Speaking From the Heart

      By Fiona Lowenstein | December 21st, 2010 | 0 comments

      Guest blogger and high school junior Fiona Lowenstein reflects on public speaking and the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone.

      Tags: Communication, feminism, Fiona's blog, high school, public speaking
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | No Comments »

    • Dear Rachel: How Do I Improve My Reputation in High School?

      By Rachel Simmons | December 2nd, 2010 | 1 comment

      Rachel’s advice to a high school freshman who needs to turn things around.

      Tags: Ask Rachel, boys, high school
      Posted in Ask Rachel, Blogs | 1 Comment »

    • Back to School Pep Talk! 8 Tips for a Confident & Successful Year

      By Rachel Simmons | September 8th, 2010 | 5 comments

      Rachel shares her best back-to-school advice for girls, including the importance of rocking a crazy dance in your room.

      Tags: Ask Rachel, Communication, Friendship, high school, Self-Esteem
      Posted in Ask Rachel, Blogs | 5 Comments »

    • Force-Feeding Feminism: Why Girls Aren’t Interested…or Are They? 

      By Fiona Lowenstein | September 6th, 2010 | 4 comments

      In her debut blog, high school junior Fiona asks: Is the “F-Word” social suicide?

      Tags: feminism, Fiona's blog, high school
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 4 Comments »

    • Guest Blog: The Myth of “More is Better”

      By Stephanie Licata | August 18th, 2010 | 6 comments

      From AP classes to sports, clubs and the performing arts, teens are busier than ever. Is more really better? This…

      Tags: Communication, Curse of the Good Girl, Education, guest blog, high school
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 6 Comments »

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