Stretched for time

Sometimes it’s hard for Haley, 16, to fit ballet into her schedule, but she loves it too much to quit.

Don’t cut what I care about

Music and performing arts programs have taught 16-year-old Heidi valuable lessons that she’s used in all aspects of her education.

Can guys and girls be just friends?

“Yeah, sure they can, as long as feelings aren’t involved because then it gets all complicated. I have a lot

Friendship is enough

Even though it can get complicated, Tiffany, 15, has been just friends with lots of guys.

Holiday movie favorites

Elf, It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Our writers share what movies get them in the holiday spirit.

Too much temptation

Distractions are all around us—Facebook, YouTube, texting, TV. It’s sometimes so overwhelming that it can be hard to focus on homework. So we challenged these teens to do their homework without distractions for three days.

Reality check

A girl ran away from home and thought she’d become a rap star, but she found out life isn’t that easy.

Fighting AIDS with every step

The AIDS Walk was fun and Elizabeth, 17, felt good raising money for an important cause.