I considered myself quite the nerd, all through high school. I loved school. Not just because of my friends, but also because I felt accomplished there. Every task I set my mind to was a breeze. I was definitely sailing high above the clouds. But then I graduated, and that super glamorous image I had of myself shattered to pieces. I wasn’t prepared for the … Continue reading Diminishing Creativity: A Real Problem in Education
This year, I came into contact with a public school with a lot of ambition. Since they opened (roughly 20 years ago), the principal and the teachers have been working tirelessly to create a learning environment that instilled curiosity, built character, and made learning an experience to cherish. Indeed, if there really was a school that could do all that on a consistent basis, I … Continue reading 3 Big Ways to Improve Public Education
Nothing says, “I just moved in,” like a shopping cart full of towels, cleaning supplies, and food. The cashier thinks that you are either running a charity event, or you need one. Moving is a stage of life. You grow up in one house, make a ton of memories, and eventually, you move out. You move on. Where are you going? Well, that depends on … Continue reading How to Make a New Apartment Feel Like Home
Onward! Japanward! 