Movie review: Adventureland
The experiences and relationships in this movie reminded Se, 18, of high school.
March – April 2009 Issue
March 17, 2009
I found great schools at the right price
As the youngest of three siblings, public colleges fit 17-year-old Aaron’s family’s budget.
Speaking up for gay marriage
Working on a gay-rights documentary helped Rene, 17, see the importance of this issue. Elliot, who disagrees with Rene, and Stephany, who shares Rene’s opinion, offer their thoughts as well in separate opinion pieces.
Creative cash
Solange, 18, says that making and selling her own jewelry is a fun way to earn money. WITH PHOTO GALLERY.
Race shouldn’t matter
It used to hurt when other black students teased Britawnya, 18, for “being white,” but she no longer cares about fitting in.
Solange shopping in the Fashion District photo gallery
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Restaurant review: Bakeries in Torrance
When Brandie, 18, went on a mission to go to different bakeries in her neighborhood, she didn’t meet a sweet treat she didn’t like.
Giving back to the next generation
Sam, 16, interviews NBA great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar about a new program to help young players raise money for their basketball teams and what’s important about the game.
Seeing the potential
Making a documentary about his South Central neighborhood helped Justin, 15, see that people can make it better.
People shouldn’t look at South Central as bad. There are people who live here who are trying to make things better. This community, which I’ve called home my whole life, just needs a chance.
The lessons of dragon boating
Jessica, 17, thought racing dragon-shaped boats would be a good way to get community service hours, but instead she learned a lot about teamwork and competition.