For most students, the sound of the final bell on the last day of school signifies the beginning of nearly three months of relaxation. But not for student-athletes. Thanks to a 2001 rule change by the Indiana High School Athletic Association, sports participants spend much of their summer in physical training. Other than the week of July 4 and the week before the official start of practice, athlet

Some student athletes give their all for their sport and are rewarded with recognition and media attention. Others just give their all. Athletes at the high-school level not only sacrifice afternoons and summers but also grades and social lives. IHSAA rule changes allowing expanded summer practice have made busy athletes busier. Y-Press interviewed athletes at North Central High School in Indianap

M any students at North Central High School are initially attracted to the Learning Unlimited program for its relaxed environment and flexible schedule. But their commitment to the program runs much deeper than that. "It builds the person that you are because you're out in the community so much. And not only does it strengthen your college resume, but it strength ens you as a person," says Anna Ki

Many teenagers are interested in fashion, at least as a hobby. But where would you go to learn if you wanted to make fashion a career? The High School of Fashion Industries, in New York City, is the only high school in the eastern United States to provide occupational classes in fashion as well as a complete academic program for its students. The public school is open to all city residents. Studen

Last year, American teens spent $170 billion, according to ABC News. With about 33 million teens in the country, that works out to $5,150 apiece. Kids get money as gifts. They often hold part-time jobs, even if it is only baby-sitting, and some draw allowances. Many have a lot of disposable income, but what do they learn about managing their money and saving? Several programs offer money managemen