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Schools Issues: Information on Bullying for Teachers, Parents and Students

One current schools issue that is getting the attention it deserves is bullying. Check this annotated list of links to some of the best bullying info online for parents, students and educators.

Friendships and Teenager Stress

Have you ever had a friend who made you feel like you could never measure up? Who put you down or said things about you behind your back? Read Ashley's story and what she learned about real friendship.

Getting Involved: Having a Social Life in College

Not everyone is a social butterfly. But developing relationships is a key part of the college experience.

What Students Say About Getting Settled in College

So what's college really like? Get it straight from students who have been there.

Organization 101 : A College Junior Shares Her Thoughts

A Junior at Cornell University shares her thoughts on staying organized.

Student Stories: Andrea On Distractions, Responsibility and Friends

Andrea Beauvais sat down with EduGuide to share her thoughts on student success, and what not to do in college.

Getting By in College: Budgets and Avoidance Spending

A budget can be your best friend in college. Check out ways to make your dollars stretch and avoid unnecessary expenses.

Getting Help in College: What Students Say

Ever feel overwhelmed and stressed in college? Are you drinking too much and partying too hard? Here's what students who have been there have to say.

What I Learned the Hard Way about Success in High School

High school isn't all it's cracked up to be in the movies. There's work - a lot of it - and if your friends tell you it's okay to skip classes, think again. You'll be living with the consequences for a long time.

Getting Settled and Succeeding in College

It's easy to feel overwhelmed in college. Consider these tips as you start your journey.

What I Learned the Hard Way about Real Friends

Sometimes, it's hard to know who your real friends are. Chelsey Daniels learned how, the hard way. Read her story and her advice on choosing good friends.

Getting Help in College: Drinking, Depression, Coping and Counseling

Do you ever feel like you can't cope with the pressures of college. Help is available -- check out these resources.

How To Be a Good Roommate

Living with roommates requires good communication and constant compromise. A college junior shares her thoughts.

What I Wish I'd Known About the Real Costs of College

Tuition, books, room and board. Everyone expects these college expenses -- but what else is there? Avoid these surprises and keep your savings in the black.

College Students on Their Social Lives

Having a social life in college can be a challenge. Here are some students' successes and struggles.

The Top 5 Ways to Get Involved on Campus

Not sure how to get involved in campus life? College students suggest these top 5 strategies to join the fun.

4 Uncommon Campus Connections That Will Put You Ahead

Research shows that students with deeper ties to their college community are more likely to graduate. Consider these four ways to connect with people who will help you succeed.

Know Your Odds: How Middle-School Kids Get Hurt

Sex, drugs and depression are all middle-school problems. Here's what parents can do to help.

6 Places To Find Real Friends On Campus

Students who get involved in campus life and find good friends in college are more likely to graduate. Join the party and get the academic pay-offs too.

Find Help Fast on Campus

My computer died. My bike got swiped. I might be pregnant. In a crisis, where should you go for help on campus? A checklist of common campus services.

Top 5 Strategies For Stretching Student Aid Dollars

When it comes to paying for college, sometimes you just have to get creative.

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