Doing nothing the key to mental health, Stewart says
Kelly Stewart Staff Writer Summer vacation is just around the corner, and many students are thinking of the fun and exciting vacations that they plan to take this year. However, even ‘vacation’ sometimes means just being stressed in a different place, with the family having to rush around and see everything they can before time is up. But what is really important about a summer vacation is the time to relax and do nothing except simple things like playing video games and watching TV. I think that sometimes, between duel credit summer school, summer jobs and college applications, many students forget that it is actually good to do nothing sometimes. Doing nothing and having no…
How to have an eco-friendly vacation
Kelly Stewart Staff Writer Many of you may be traveling, or planning to travel this spring break. But some may not know that you can be eco-friendly while you travel. Here are a few ways to do just that! Before you leave the house, be sure to turn off the air conditioner. Not only will this save you a lot of money, but also it will save energy while there is no one in the house. Another thing is to be sure to unplug all of your computers and other appliances. According to ABC news, even while on standby, these machines can still drain energy, which accounts for up to five percent of the total…
CHS students travel to Spain for break
by Ashley Attanucci Staff Writer Coppell High School’s tradition of a Spain trip over sping break is continuing this year. Eleven students and Spanish teacher Janine Kay will be traveling to the country of Spain for a week-long adventure. The group has been planning for over a year to visit the Spanish-speaking country to immerse themselves in a new culture, touring, tasting and most of all speaking Spanish. They will leave tomorrow morning on a 14-hour flight and return Sunday just before the start of school. Planned activities include visiting museums, monuments, walks and tours, shopping and eating at restaurants. The best part about the Spain trip, aside from a grand experience in a foreign country…