Editor’s Note: X, Y, and Z, are fellow students who give anonymous advice to solve typical high school problems. If you have a question for them, send it to: mcsmrampage@gmail.com with the words “ask xyz” in the subject heading.
Q: What’s the best way to apply for scholarships?
X REPLIES: Let’s be honest now. Applying for scholarships can be tough and stressful. The thoughts start to flood in…”OMG will I be chosen?” or “Man, is this really worth it?” But don’t worry my friend, there are no secrets to applying. The best way to apply is to carefully follow the directions, and to go with your gut. Here are some tips:
Sometimes, you will need to go in for an interview or submit a portfolio.
4) Check your application, and have copies of all your documents! Proofread your application for grammar mistakes and maybe ask a friend to review it. Make sure your answers are legible, and that you fill in all the blanks. Let’s say there is an error in sending your application or that it didn’t go through at all! Having copies of all your papers will make re-submitting things easier. All you have to do is resend the materials.
I hope these tips have helped make the process of applying for scholarships worry-free. Good luck!
Q: How do I give a sign to a guy that I like him?
Y RESPONDS: Giving off signs to show interest in a person is always quite difficult. Sometimes they get lost in translation and the message that was initially meant to tell a person that you like them turns into: “Yeah, you’re just a good friend.”
To avoid these kinds of mishaps, the easiest thing to do would actually be to just own up to him that you have feelings for him. The thought is definitely scary, especially if you’re not sure how they feel about you. But it’s the most surefire way to get a definite, solid answer in return.
However, if you’re not really the type to be bold and put your feelings out there, there are always other ways to handle situations like these. For example, talk to him regularly—don’t just admire from afar. When you establish this as the basis of a friendship, people get the idea that you enjoy speaking to them, and will go out of your way to do so.
Ask to hang out. Similar to the idea of talking to him regularly, by hanging out together, you’re establishing the idea that you enjoy hanging out with him and he’ll (most likely) understand that maybe you like being around him. . .which is the exact idea you want Him to have. Also, you’ll be able to see how you two are together. If it’s awkward, and you guys don’t really click after hanging out for a while, then you’re probably better off not trying to go for him. However, if you two do click, then that’s a really good sign, and could mean that you would work well as a couple.
At the end of the day, however, you’ll do just as well without a guy. If he doesn’t return the feelings that you show for him, then that’s completely okay. With or without a guy, you’ll still do fine, but I’m crossing my fingers for you!
Q: How do I pass physics?
Z REPLIES : One of the most asked questions in MCSM is this exact one. I’ve heard it being repeated in the halls multiple times over with frustration lacing every word whenever I heard it.
Being someone who has taken (and also passed!) Physics, I do, in fact, have a few wise words of wisdom, so here we go….
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A vast amount of physics is made up of math. You have to know when to use certain equations and how to calculate for the equations. Now, if you’re not really a math person, I suggest that you start with studying topics such as calculus and algebra. Physics goes hand in hand with calculus, so if you know topics such as velocity and acceleration from calculus, then physics will get just that little bit easier.
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Go to tutoring! A lot of the time we tend to say that we’ll just “study at home,” but the task gets more difficult when you don’t know what to study and how to study. If you go to tutoring, you’ll be able to get a better understanding from the teachers themselves.
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Now, if you’re one of those people who don’t like tutoring when it’s done by a teacher, the next possible option you have is to go to someone who has already taken physics (and has a good understanding of it). A lot of the time, when receiving tutoring from a peer, the task becomes slightly less stressful because it’s not as scary as being taught by a teacher. You can also always watch videos on the topics you need help with so that they break down everything and in that way, you’ll understand what skills to apply to each kind of question and why these have to be applied, rather than just doing it for the purpose of doing it.
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Passing physics also requires dedication. You have to put in effort in order to get the grade you want. Your grades reflect the amount of effort you put in for the class so the more dedicated you are to actually understanding the topic, the better it is for you.
Overall, like most subjects in school, passing physics is all a matter of study, study, study! Though I understand that every now and then, a failing grade will be put down in front of you and it is extremely disheartening to know you failed something that you studied so hard for, grades don’t define who you are! As long as you know that you’ve studied and put your best foot forward, that’s what matters most.
