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Every week, a group of talented teenagers from high schools throughout Bucks and Montgomery counties share what's most important to them to our readers.
Whether it's a review of the latest Netflix series, or a serious look at current events, members of our Teen Takes panel seek to inform, persuade and entertain.
Looking to catch up on the latest from Teen Takes? Read on.
Teens take on race, social justice issues
Our Teen Takes panelists are talented, creative — and opinionated. From abortion rights to COVID in schools, these teens are taking on difficult issues.
Fast fashion kills: Why we should be more considerate in our clothing consumption
Central Bucks book ban:We must be allowed to read books some parents want banned. Here's why
Insecurity:Imposter syndrome impacts women of color the most. Here's why
Crisis in Ukraine: Through TikTok and textbooks, American teens getting front-row seat to history
COVID in sports: What we can learn from the saga of tennis great Novak Djokovic
DEI in schools: Pennridge halted its diversity efforts. Why one student says that was a bad move
How to spot a bully: Bullies take on many faces. Here's what you need to know to spot them
Teen safety: 'I know you're here alone': After terrifying encounter, teen tries to regain sense of safety
Transgender issues: Participating in sports is important to transgender youth. Stop trying to deny them access
Abortion rights: Online activists are taking on Texas' abortion ban. Here's how
The environment: Does solar energy have a bright future? Or is it still just a fantasy?
School issues: Marching band and color guard members work hard. We deserve your respect
School and COVID: Teens describe high school post COVID: 'No soft cushions for this very hard landing'
Teen role model: Emma Raducanu's rising star in the tennis world is an inspiration to teen girls everywhere
Whitewashing MLK's legacy?: What schools do, and don't, teach about the civil rights leader
MLK's legacy: Martin Luther King Jr. has lasting legacy of demanding change, facing challenges
What it's like in Bucks, Montgomery County high schools
Wondering what it's like to be a teen in today's world? Teen Takes writers frequently share their inside views of life in and outside school hallways.
Fact vs fiction:Hollywood is wrong about high school cliques. Here's the truth, from a nerd with glasses
Central Bucks book banCentral Bucks student says call to ban books 'outdated way of thinking'
School safetySchool threats are on the rise. Is it time to change our response?
The teen dating scene: What does teen dating look like during the pandemic? We polled students across Delaware Valley
From Pennsbury to Reality: Journalist Bob Costa talks about how his teenaged years shaped his career
For our subscribers: Multiple fights broke out last week at Hatboro-Horsham High School. Is the pandemic to blame?
More than math: Can you solve this calculus problem? It may teach you more than you realize
Substance abuse: Substance abuse affects everyone. Here's what we can do about it
Teens under pressure: From school to work to parents' expectations, here's what today's teens are facing
Academics: What does it means to be academically gifted, and why does it matter?
Teens take on social media
Social media is second nature to today's teenagers. But is it always healthy?
Teen role models:From Rosie the Riveter and Stevie Nicks to Green Day, who inspires our Teen Takes teens
Danger of social media influencers:Teen depression is on the rise. Are social media influencers to blame?
Instagram competition: Instagram used to be all puppies and vacation photos. Now, it's about competition
'Devious licks': 'Devious licks' challenge: Schools ask, is your 15 minutes of fame worth it?
Teen Takes reviews
What are teens watching, reading and listening to?
Un-bingeable entertainment:What do 'Euphoria' and Wordle have in common? They encourage us to slow down
DickinsonIf you're not watching Apple TV's 'Dickinson,' here's what you're missing
Squid Game: Is 'Squid Game' a waste of time or worth the watch? A Teen Takes review
Arcane: Teen Takes review: Netflix's 'Arcane' is a game-changing show
Inside the lives of today's teens
They're the first generation born after the Sept. 11 attacks. They have part-time jobs after school. They're volunteers.
Learn more about what life is like for today's teens in these stories:
Teen volunteerism:Want to make a difference? All it takes is a text
Choose optimismPennsbury senior greets the sunrise every day. Why you should look on the bright side, too
Teens and money: Teens need to learn financial literacy in high school. It's not just for our own benefit
People you should know: These teens are making a difference. Meet the 2 Yard Ninjas
Peer pressure: Peer pressure is getting worse. Why is that, and how can we fix it?
From Chicago to Philadelphia, with love: One abuela's journey to overcome her fears
Post-9/11 generation: They're the first generation born after the attacks. Here's how today's teens view 9/11
Teens on the job: Teens are filling the gaps of the nationwide worker shortage. It's stressing us out
My summer job: I spent my summer slinging waffles at the Jersey Shore. Here what I learned about life
Heading to college
Getting in to collegeForget about college acceptance rates. Here's what should really matter
Party school or serious academics?: As high school seniors face their future, what matters most
Choosing a college: 'Where are you going to college?' That's not an easy question to answer, but here's how I'll choose
College tips: How to choose the best college, from students who've done it
College visits: I dreamed about visiting colleges. Thanks to COVID, that didn't happen
The waiting game: For high school seniors, the waiting game has begun. Will college acceptance letters arrive?
Teen Takes celebrates the holidays
Happy New Year: The Lunar New Year is Feb. 1. Here's what you need to know about celebrating
Halloween haunts: What truly scares today's teens? The answers may surprise you
Supply shortages: Holiday shopping, supply chains and the end of times: What history tells us about today's shortages
Christmas wish: What do I want for Christmas? A better way to communicate
Holiday traditions: The holidays are all about tradition. Here are some of ours
Family recipes: Baking for the holidays? Try these family recipes
Our predictions for 2022: South Jersey, Bucks County teens share what the new year will bring
Going green?: Resolve to help the environment in 2022? Here are 10 easy steps you can take
How to stick with your resolution: Trouble with your New Year's resolution? Here are some tips to make it stick
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Teen Takes publishes weekly in the Bucks County Courier Times and Intelligencer in Pennsylvania, and the Burlington County Times, Daily Journal and Courier Post in southern New Jersey.
This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Bucks, Montgomery County teens share opinions, high school life
