 Give them fish, and feed them for a day. Teach them to fish, feed them for a lifetime! Newly released cost of attendance data for U.S. colleges and universities shows that the most expensive and least expensive schools were more likely to add students during the past five years than schools priced in the middle of the pack.
A Business Journals analysis of U.S. Department of Education statistics found that among the 65 schools priced at over $75,000 per year, enrollment grew by an average of 6% between 2016 and 2020. Likewise, 295 schools priced at $25,000 or less reported average enrollment growth of 3% during the same period. Meanwhile, 911 schools with cost of attendance between $25,000 and $75,000 posted average enrollment growth of 0% over the last five years. Total cost of attendance includes tuition, room and board, books, transportation and other miscellaneous expenses. Total cost of attendance, or sticker price, is the cost before financial aid, grants or scholarships are applied. The findings were drawn from cost of attendance data for the 2020-2021 academic year submitted to the DOE by 1,271 four-year colleges with at least 1,000 students. Among colleges that saw enrollment decline in the past five years, the average cost of attendance was $40,480. The data suggests that applicants are seeking the most affordable options for undergraduate degrees, especially at regional public universities, or are aiming to enroll at the country’s most competitive universities, which also happen to be the most expensive. Small private colleges with lesser-known brands appear to be most vulnerable to... Click to READ MORE
TeenBuilding USA and its Executive Director, John Clark III are excited to announce the third winner of the TeenBuilding USA West O'ahu Teen Time Capsule, an Essay & Short Story Creative Writing Contest. Overall, there were three winners in the competition open to all West Oahu high-school students earlier this year.
The third announced winner of the Creative Writing Contest is Sophia Lopez. The two previously announced award winners include Katie Bodnar and Vivian Rosenlee. All three winners are students of James Campbell High School in Ewa Beach. 
Sophia Lopez happily receives Certificate of Achievement from John Clark III, Executive Director of TeenBuilding USA
In her essay submission, Sophia applied her superb ability to communicate eloquently through words.
Expert writing is a life skill that can not only transform the life of an author; it can also change the lives of readers. On behalf of our ever-changing community, as well as for the future members of our society, TeenBuilding USA is grateful for Sophia's heartfelt decision to enter the contest. 
Sophia accepts a copy of the book "Getting Out: Expert Advice for Today's Teens"
Sophia accepted the challenge, adapted to changes, and achieved accomplishments far beyond the prizes from TeenBuilding USA, which include a laptop computer; a copy of "Getting Out: Expert Advice for Today’s Teens"; and a framed certificate of achievement. As her certificate states, "Sophia has proven to herself and others that she is, indeed a leader!"
Sophia's Mom, Sophia, and Mr. Clark... and the prized laptop
Her parents are very proud.
Please join us in congratulating Sophia! 
TeenBuilding USA and its Executive Director, John Clark III are delighted to announce the second winner of the TeenBuilding USA West O'ahu Teen Time Capsule, an Essay & Short Story Creative Writing Contest. There are three total winners in the competition that was open to all West-Oahu high-school students earlier this year.
The second announced winner is Vivian Rosenlee. The first announced winner was Katie Bodnar. 
Vivian Rosenlee accepts laptop computer from John Clark III, Executive Director of TeenBuilding USA
In her essay submission, Vivian reflected a love of writing and an outstanding ability to communicate effectively.
These are academic skills that can facilitate a lifetime of engagement, thoughtfulness, purpose, curiosity and wonder. On behalf of today’s community, as well as future members of our society, TeenBuilding USA is grateful for Vivian's decision to enter the contest. 
Vivian accepts the book "Getting Out: Expert Advice for Today's Teens"
Vivian accepted the challenge, adapted to changes, and achieved rewards beyond the prizes from TeenBuilding USA, which include a laptop computer; a copy of the book "Getting Out: Expert Advice for Today’s Teens"; and a framed certificate of achievement.
As her certificate of achievement indicates, Vivian has proven to herself and others that she is an academic leader! 
Vivian's Mom, Vivian, and John Clark III
Her parents are very proud.
Please join us in congratulating Vivian!
TeenBuilding USA and its Executive Director, John Clark III are excited to announce the winners of the TeenBuilding USA West O'ahu Teen Time Capsule, an Essay & Short Story Creative Writing Contest. Overall, there were three winners in the competition open to all West Oahu high-school students earlier this year.
The first announced winner is Katie Bodnar. 
Katie Bodnar is awarded laptop by TeenBuilding USA Executive Director, John Clark III
In her essay submission, Katie demonstrated an outstanding ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
These are critical life skills that can facilitate a lifetime of engagement, thoughtfulness, purpose, curiosity and wonder. On behalf of today’s community, as well as future members of our society, TeenBuilding USA is grateful for Katie’s contribution 
Katie accepts a copy of the book "Getting Out: Expert Advice for Today's Teens."
Katie accepted the challenge, adapted to changes, and achieved awards far beyond the prizes from TeenBuilding USA, which include a laptop computer; a copy of Getting Out: Expert Advice for Today’s Teens; and a framed certificate of achievement.
Katie has proven to herself and others that she is, indeed an academic leader! 
Katie's Mom, Katie, and John Clark, Executive Director of TeenBuilding USA
Her parents are very proud.
Please join us in congratulating Katie! 
Express yourself, win a laptop... and a chance to be published!
TeenBuilding USA is giving high-school students in the Campbell, Kapolei, and Leeward Districts an opportunity to express themselves and share their specific thoughts, fears, hopes and personal experiences through an Essay & Short Story Creative Writing Contest.
Just tell us how you were personally affected this year. The Contest prizes include: 1st Place – Essay:
1st Place – Short Story:
Top 20 essays and short stories:
TeenBuilding USA will accept up to 100 entries, and is partnering with a publisher and printer to facilitate a published compilation of the top 20 entries into a book titled “West Oahu Teen Time Capsule 2020,” which will be available for sale on Amazon and other major book distributors.
1/11/2020
I'm a Teenager Who Was Bullied: Here's What Bullying Among Teens Looks Like Today In this post from a 'Teen Talk' column (articles written by teens to help parents understand what's really happening in their world), a teenager shares what she learned from a personal experience with bullying in high school and how parents can support teens through their own situations. Important topics include:
BOTTOM LINE: “There is definitely a need for you, to have a conversation with your teenager about bullying.” Check out this important article HERE
12/18/2019
Attitude, Gratitude, and Altitude
This video of Apollos Hester when he was younger is definitely in the interview “Hall of Fame!”
We often ask the teenagers in our seminars, "What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom?" With the young man in this video representing our nation's future, we have the answer; we have the technology! In his words, we have the answer! This video, though somewhat dated, reflects what CAN happen, with coaching, guidance, and motivation. TeenBuilding USA ~ Developing tomorrow's leaders - today. #educationmatters #inspiration #motivation #mentorshipmatters #teens #coaching #highschool #leadershipdevelopment #mentoring #leadership  When Tom Lindsey’s foster son’s e-cigarette cartridge accidentally fell to the floor, they both dove for it. Lindsey got to it first, but that didn’t end the scuffle.
“He bites my hand just like Gollum,” Lindsey recalled. That’s when it became clear to the retired Kauai corrections officer and long-time foster parent that e-cigarettes weren’t just a fad. Lindsey is so concerned about vaping’s ability to quickly hook Hawaii’s youth that he recently traveled to Oahu to attend a state summit on tobacco use prevention. “I’m a dad — I’m supposed to be a gatekeeper at the house,” he said. “He knows it’s dangerous. I can’t keep him in a bubble.” Since their entrée into the market about 10 years ago, vaping devices have exploded in popularity among Hawaii youth, particularly on the neighbor islands. Read the rest of the article HERE 
Do you remember when you were a teenager?
Was it ten years ago? Twenty? Thirty? Whatever the case may be, times have certainly changed. Oh sure… there are some things that will never change. For example, there is the attention we pay to teenage pregnancies, teen drug and alcohol abuse, teens’ emotional maturity, the financial inequalities among classmates’ families, and then the ever-present and growing issues centered on ethnic (and other) identity pressures. And then there are the “new” issues, many of which are facilitated by technology. Pornography, cyberbullying, and (yes) immediate access to a potentially bottomless pit of information are the “new” issues facing today’s teens. Today’s TeenBuilding post is not about the “new” challenges today’s teens face. On the contrary, today’s post focuses on the one thing most teens have always had: parents or guardians. By definition, a parent is (1) one that begets or brings forth offspring; and (2) the material or source from which something is derived. Similarly, my smart friend, Google, says a guardian is “a person who looks after and is legally responsible for someone who is unable to manage their own affairs, especially an incompetent or disabled person or a child...” So, it would seem that a parent is expected to be a guardian, but a guardian is not necessarily a parent. Unlike the teenagers of yesteryear, today’s teenagers are far more likely to be more knowledgeable than their parents when it comes to a broader understanding of the “real” world. Google, Yahoo, YouTube, and the internet, in general, have ushered in an era where access to information can be equally awesome, scary, uplifting, revolting, and life-changing… all at the same time. But let’s not confuse knowledge and information with wisdom. In our FREE seminars with today’s teens, TeenBuilding USA draws a stark contrast between knowledge and wisdom. Essentially, you can be the “smartest person in the world.” But if you don’t use your knowledge, you are fundamentally on the same level as a person who lacks understanding. THIS, my friends, is the message we must work tirelessly to get across to our teenagers. Wisdom is applied knowledge. Without knowledge, there can be no wisdom. Indeed, knowledge is heaped upon us from many different avenues. We gain knowledge from books, conversations, courses, experiences, and from simply enjoying the input gleaned from our six senses. Because of the tremendous changes teenagers face in what will ultimately prove to be the most critical stages of their lives, they often don’t fully understand the context of what they see, how they feel, or where their adolescent decisions can lead to life-changing actions. So… Whose job is it to provide context of what they see, how they feel, or where things can potentially go wrong based on their teenage behavior. Answer: YOU… the parent or guardian. But not every parent or guardian is comfortable with having those super-important conversations. As a father of daughters, I often leave certain topics of conversations to my wife. All dads might not have the same opportunity. Likewise, many parents are often unsure of the “right” time to discuss drugs, sex, peer-pressure and other intense teen-related topics. Interestingly enough, these are adult-oriented topics… which is precisely why parents and guardians absolutely NEED to have these types of discussions with their teenager, regardless of the level of discomfort. If, like many parents, you would like assistance in facilitating a contextual discussion with your teenager, consider bookmarking this blog for guidance on how to discuss delicate-but-necessary topics with your teenager(s). This is the first blog post in what will be a continuing community forum on what WE can do to help our teenagers achieve success in a world where they are growing up faster than ever. If you are an administrator seeking a community-based non-profit that genuinely cares about our future leaders, contact TeenBuilding USA for a FREE seminar. TeenBuilding USA gives students, staff, and educators candid insight, relevant resources and meaningful mentorship in their respective quest to prepare for the future. We build the leaders of tomorrow - today. ™ . Accept. Adapt. Achieve! ® The question is… What do YOU want to achieve? . |
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