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The AISD Board of Trustees met Thursday night and approved a plan to reopen schools for in-person learning on September 28. High schools will follow a hybrid schedule.
The Mental Health Awareness Club will help teens who feel like they have nowhere to go by giving them a safe space where they can talk about how they’re feeling and participate in fun activities to relieve stress and anxiety.
A 2013 survey by APA found that stress was extremely common among teenagers: 83% of the teens surveyed said school was a significant or somewhat significant source of stress. But academics aren’t the only thing worrying today’s youth. A 2018 APA survey found that young people ages 15 to 21 — Generation Z — report significant stress around social issues in the news, including gun violence and school shootings, rising suicide rates, climate change, treatment of immigrants and sexual harassment. Peers can help buffer stress, but can also be a source of it. Social relationships are especially important in adolescence. Many teens worry about fitting in, their first romantic relationships and peer pressure around substance use and sex.
Mental health is not just limited to depression and anxiety, though that is what most people associate it with. There are so many different types and ranges it
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A student uses her phone during math class to watch a video to further her understanding of the assignment.
Debate over cell phones in the classroom continues
Jade Coleman, Contributing Reporter • May 25, 2020

Over the years as cell phones have become universal, the use of phones and other technology has entered the classrooms. Some believe they are distracting and disruptive, while...

The term “homeless” is a broad spectrum and students can be subjugated to this word if they have to share a house with multiple families or if they are in and out of shelters. According to the National Center for Homeless Education, Texas is home to approximately 10 percent of the country’s homeless youth and children. During the 2014-2015 school year, Texas school districts identified 113,294 students as homeless — and that is a conservative number.
Homeless doesn't mean hopeless, on-campus programs available for homeless teens
Johnny Vasquez, Contributing Reporter • May 18, 2020
In an unprecedented move Arlington ISD closed all 78 schools and canceled all activities until March 30 in an effort to prevent the possible spread of coronavirus.
Schools closed indefinitely, online learning for credits begins April 13 (Updated 4/2/2020)
Janise Owens, Yasmin Herrera, and Beyla Richard • March 13, 2020
As vaping options increase so do consequences, risks
As vaping options increase so do consequences, risks
Janise Owens, Yasmin Herrera, and Beyla Richard • February 20, 2020
Sports
The biennial UIL realignment brings new teams for the Colts.
UIL realignment means new opponents on the field
Beyla Richard, Staff Reporter • March 6, 2020
Undefeated Colts take on Weatherford in first playoff game
Undefeated Colts take on Weatherford in first playoff game
Savannah Dutiel, Staff Reporter • November 16, 2018
Sophomore CB Richard Carter makes a touchdown during the Trimble Tech game. He was injured in the 2nd quarter but the Colts went on to defeat the Bulldogs 70-8.
Colts tie 30-year old record, 6-0 halfway through season
Savannah Dutiel, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2018
Features
The diversity on campus goes more than just skin deep.
Diversity on campus goes further than skin color, language
Chris White, Contributing Reporter • April 13, 2020
Students in Stephanie Reynolds AP Environmental Science class participate in a dirt lab.
Advanced classes, are they right for you?
Carlos Medina, Contributing Reporter • April 6, 2020
The Colt staff shares their must have music, movies and snacks for those who are celebrating Valentine
How to "celebrate" Valentine's Day if you're single
Janise Owens, Yasmin Herrera, and Beyla Richard • February 13, 2020
Entertainment
SuperM is a South Korean pop group formed in 2019 by SM Entertainment and Capitol Music Group.
The Avengers of K-Pop: SuperM
Savannah Odell, Contributing Reporter • May 11, 2020
PARTYNEXTDOOR releases first album since August 2016.
Quarantine got your down? Party at home with latest from PARTYNEXTDOOR
Beyla Richard, Staff Reporter • April 1, 2020
Long-awaited sequel answers who Lara Jean will pick but leaves room for part three.
Long-awaited sequel to 'To All The Boys I've Loved Before' frustrates staffer
Yasmin Herrera, Staff Reporter • March 18, 2020
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