Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Truckee, California, is an inviting haven where natural beauty, vibrant history, and outdoor adventures converge. Just a short drive from Lake Tahoe, Truckee offers...

Matthew Soeth recently sat down with youth safety expert Anne Collier to have a conversation about the social media helpline they both started in 2015. Online and offline drama are prominent in schools...

Entering Middle School Middle school can be a challenging time for students. It’s a period of rapid change, from academic expectations to social pressures, and often, it’s the first time students...

If you have the time, and money, you may want to check out these restaurants that have been listed as the top 1,000 in the world.  The list is "based on the compilation of thousands of publications, hundreds...

The 2024 FCMAT Associated Student Body (ASB) Manual includes several important updates compared to the 2015 ASB Manual. These updates reflect changes in laws, regulations, and best practices for managing...

When I began my teaching journey, I found myself in uncharted waters. Assigned to teach Psychology without a textbook, I relied on my background as a Social Science major and a handful of college courses....

The Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act (KOSPA) is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at protecting children and adolescents from harmful online content and practices. Here are the top 10 key areas...

By: Jennifer Rodrigues – Arroyo High School Director of Activities and Area B Council On November 25, 2024, Area B kicked off Leaderpalooza: A Spirit Festival, the CADA Bay Area Student Conference. A...

As the year winds down, the holiday season brings an enchanting energy that lights up our lives. This is a time for celebration, warmth, and togetherness—values that are reflected in the many events...

Join us at the CADA Convention for unparalleled networking opportunities! Connect with others who share in your love for student activities, share insights with peers, and discover new resources to elevate...

Veterans Day originated in the Armistice Day holiday commemorating the November 11, 1918, armistice at 11 a.m. (hence “the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month”), which suspended...

"This article originally appeared in The Shield, the student newspaper of Westmont High School in Campbell, CA (Area B), and was written by a student leader. As Activities Directors, we often underestimate...