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Mead High School’s Student News

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A student’s at-home setup for learning and completing schoolwork.

Staying home sick means catching up can be overwhelming

Abby Kearns and Ana Stewart March 13, 2022

Being sick isn’t fun for anyone, especially when you have to stay home but can't go out or do anything. It's even worse having to do school from home. Luckily there are many ways to help stay on top...

Students take notes in Mr. Parsons’ AP U.S. Government and Politics class.

AP exams are in May, studying can seem overwhelming

Arizona Lee, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2022

Advanced Placement (AP) exams will take place in May for students registered for one or more AP test(s). Study strategies for AP exams and AP classes in general can be very different from regular exam...

Students write information in their notebooks during Mr. Parsons’ class.

Being successful on finals requires review and study strategy

Zoe Sigg, Writer December 14, 2021

Studying before finals can seem overwhelming and never ending. If you’re feeling stuck, who better to get advice from than those who are handing out the final exams? Ms. Emberg offers study guides...

Anxiety can impact all parts of your life, but there are ways to cope.

Social anxiety can feel inescapable, but there are ways to approach it

Aspen Bingham, Content Editor December 14, 2021

I completely understand where you’re coming from.  Everyday tasks have the ability to cause anxious feelings. Most don’t realize that what they feel is anxiety. Maybe you’ve had to talk in front...

Anti-Advice: How should you make friends? Change everything about yourself

Anti-Advice: How should you make friends? Change everything about yourself

Alejandro Aguilar, Writer November 17, 2021

Welcome to The Mav’s Anti-Advice column where we share how not to handle challenges you face here in high school. Please note that the following is meant to be lighthearted and if you truly need someone...

Fort Collins and Loveland are part of the top swimming cities in the U.S.

2021 summer fun can be found all throughout Colorado

Skylar Whalen, Editor-in-Chief May 25, 2021

The 2020-2021 school year is coming to a close. Summer is just around the corner, and with our last summer being entirely taken by a pandemic, we may not know what to do with ourselves. There are so...

 A string of banners representing various colleges lines the counseling office.

Being prepared for college is more than performing well on tests and earning high grades

Brenna Gant, Writer April 14, 2021

As seniors take their final steps in their high school years, it’s clear to see that many struggle to understand the required tasks that help us to become independent in the real world. Graduating...

If you cant get a physical book, ebooks are always available through the school district.

For quarantined students or those learning virtually, checking out a book from Mead High School’s student library is simple

Paris Stark, Writer April 12, 2021

If students have chosen to be virtual four days a week or are currently quarantined in their homes and attending classes through Webex, physical library books may seem difficult to check out and pick up. But...

Students who are successful at earning the AP Capstone Diploma often are very responsible and hardworking, both of which are great strengths to have to pass these AP classes and exams.

How can I get involved and graduate with the AP Capstone Diploma?

Ryan Dallas, Writer March 17, 2021

While some students fully understand and are even currently working towards graduating with the AP Capstone Diploma, many others may be wondering how to get involved with AP Capstone or how to graduate...

Its best to get started on college admissions as early as possible.

The college application process can feel strenuous, but it doesn’t have to be

Adah McMillan, Copy and Design Editor March 12, 2021

The college application process is long and confusing, especially if you don’t have any older siblings in college to show you the way. This is the case with me, and I felt like I had no idea what I was...

Correctly selected snacks can make a Super Bowl party great.

Wings, chips, and french onion dip: the ultimate Super Bowl snack list

Ryan Dallas, Writer February 5, 2021

Since the Super Bowl is coming up, most of us are getting ready to turn on the TV and settle back with our families and a table full of great snacks. Well — I admit — most families are probably planning...

There is a variety of ways we can fend off the side effects of online learning.

How to manage the physical side effects of online learning

Skylar Whalen, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2020

Many students in online learning have found that their bodies are aching a lot more than usual. Eyes are dry. Shoulders are hunched down over iPads. It almost feels like the way that we are sitting is...

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