Students are overloaded by the overwhelming and constant pressure to excel in and out of the classroom.  The stress of achieving high academic marks in their rigorous classes, preparing for standardized tests, applying and preparing for the daunting college application and admissions process, all while thinking about their future careers has lead many students to lead an unbalanced life.  

 

While all these are undoubtedly important, there is a better way.  

 

We need to support the healthy academic and social and emotional development of our students by: