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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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Continuous disappointment leaves students susceptible to developing learned helplessness, a psychological condition detrimental to students´ academic potential.

The Silent Struggle: Students Experience Learned Helplessness

Joseph Abrahantes, Staff Writer Dec 20, 2022

All students have experienced the extreme disappointment of studying doggedly just to receive unsatisfactory results. The frustration of this outcome often leaves students feeling as if they have no control...

The recent release of PSAT scores have left many students dissatisfied with both their performance and themselves.

PSAT: Is It Nothing but a Score?

Joseph Abrahantes, Staff Writer Dec 16, 2022

As proctors distribute number two pencils, test booklets and bubble sheets, students begin what is regarded as one of the most influential exams of their academic careers. The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude...

A depiction of how athletes can feel as the result of the pressures and stress they deal with.

The Pressures of Playing Sports

Avril Donner and Isabel Donner Dec 14, 2022

Sports, once a fun after-school activity or a chance to bond with friends, have evolved into much more for many student-athletes, and not necessarily in a good way. Whether it comes to balancing classes...

A student begins their Edgenuity assignment as they log in through the student portal.

Mental Health Crisis Solved by Edgenuity!

Maia Berthier, Opinion and Copy Editor Feb 26, 2020

Thank you, Florida Department of Education! Because of your five hour Edgenuity course, I am completely devoid of all mental health issues. I’ve never felt better then when I play my videos with the...

Students are able to destress after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays in room 2109.

Students AIM to Reduce Stress through Yoga

Daniela Parra Del Riego, Staff Writer Oct 11, 2018

From seniors coping with college applications to freshmen learning to navigate high school problems, it is no secret that students face a lot of stress in their daily lives. There are many ways to deal...

Emily Espinoza and Alexa Lujan getting ready to get fit.

Hitting the Gym After Hitting the Books

Guiliana Garces, Staff Writer Sep 24, 2018

High school students are very busy, sometimes lacking time for self-care which may lead to lack of sleep, exercise and food. Although the workload of being a high school student can be stressful, it...

A Historical Celebration

A Historical Celebration

Guilliana Garces, Staff Writer Sep 24, 2018

After a busy year preparing for the history End-of-Course (EOC) exams, Cavalier teachers Carlos Diaz and Alysia D'Alemberte thanked their students for their hard work by holding a celebration in honor...

Parental pressure is something that can greatly affect the mental health of many students world-wide.

Parental Pressure: The Constant Worry

Miguel Lemus, Staff Writer Mar 19, 2018

From the first day of kindergarten to high school graduation, parents are constantly pressuring their children to excel in school. Even if parents do not mean to impact their kids negatively, a lot of...

Students are compelled to get involved in activities outside of the classroom, but how much is too much.

Student Involvement: How Much is Too Much?

Nicolas Schmidt, Staff Writer Mar 7, 2017

As students start preparing for their freshman year they are told that they need to get involved in clubs and extracurricular activities. However, many students struggle to find the proper balance between...

Meditation is another way that many students find relief from stress.

De-stress for the Test

Mariam Ahumada, Staff Writer Apr 15, 2016

The beginning of spring marks the start of testing season and for high school students this means late-night cramming and  coffee binges. From one day to the next, school becomes a never ending cycle...

Find out below how teachers at Gables de-stress.

How Teachers Destress

Yeileny Lopez, Staff Writer Dec 24, 2015

Long nights of grading papers and having to deal with kids for seven hours isn't an easy job to have; so how do teachers deal with all the stress? Some of the teachers here at Gables destress by doing...

Mantener una rutina de ejercicio ayudara a mantenerte saludable.

5 Easy Ways to Treat Yourself

Bhargavi Pochi, Editor Jan 6, 2015

During the school year, students are constantly preoccupied with homework, grades, friends and family life. When trying to balance all of them equally, they usually forget to give themselves some attention. The...

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