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By VCS Senior JaQualyn Wiggins Some teachers choose their profession, but for others, it feels like a calling. Ms. Long shared that she has wanted to be a teacher for as long as she can remember. School was not always a happy place for her growing up, and later she saw her own sons struggle as well. Because of this, she teaches for “those kids”—the ones who feel like they do not fit in or are labeled as troublemakers. She strives to be the kind of teacher who sees students fo

By VCS Senior Amyah Jenkins The night before a big test, it can feel like staying up all night is the only way to be fully prepared. Many students believe that the more hours they spend reviewing notes, the better they will perform. However, the truth is that losing sleep to study can actually hurt your performance more than it helps. Sleep isn’t just a break from studying—it’s an essential part of learning. When you study, your brain takes in new information, but it doesn’t

By VCS Senior Ja’Nina Thompson For this senior, high school wasn’t about being the loudest in the room or the most involved on campus; it was about growth, consistency, and discovering who he is. While he admits that people might be surprised to learn he’s actually shy at first, that quiet nature didn’t prevent him from having a meaningful and transformative high school experience. Over the years, he says school helped him grow academically, socially, and personally, shaping