Luxury is usually an idea associated with pleasure or comfort. Something not absolutely necessary. Something that you have no need for. Something that you can live without. One thing it’s not usually associated with is a tampon.

In a world where Mario Kart has taken over the App Store, hot-off- the-press news is at the tip of your fingertips, and your favorite social media personalities are uploading content every other moment, it can be really hard to just focus. Every day, students and teachers alike face the battle of classwork vs. distraction. So how do educators, along with those being educated, contend with this epidemic?

When the Federal Hill Commons opened in 2017, it introduced an entire new world for NHS senior Lois Wielinski. The park hosts farmers markets, concerts, and other fun activities for the whole family.

Making an impact in someone’s day to day life isn’t difficult. A simple greeting or a thoughtful gift could change the entire course of their week. But making an impact across a whole community is much more demanding. As problems such as hunger or supporting those with disabilities arise, some NHS students have decided to contribute to a cause bigger than themselves. Although some big names may come to mind, many lesser known organizations perform life- changing tasks for students and adults alike.