Don't Forget: the school guidance officers are always
there if you want to talk!

Mental and Physical Health 

Teen Health
Links from About.com to all sorts of teen health issues, from acne to teenage pregnancy

All About Abuse
Information about abuse and where to turn for help

Beauty and Health
Tons of information from About.com on beauty and fashion

KidsPeace
Includes hotline numbers, free online magazine, and sponsors TeenCentral, where teens can talk with teens

Warning Signs
"To help youth proactively address the problem of violence, APA and MTV have teamed up to provide youth with information about identifying the warning signs of violent behavior and how to get help if they recognize these signs in themselves or their peers."

Web of Addictions
Fact sheets about the effects of alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, and general information about substance abuse, a "rolodex" of places to get help, and links to other sites

YellowRibbon.org
Information from the Yellow Ribbon suicide prevention program

Volunteer Opportunities

Charity Channel
Discussion groups, a career search page, and the "Volunteer Match" service

The school guidance office has flyers and announcement of various local opportunities.

ServeNet
Find volunteer opportunities by area code

NCCB - Social Development & World Peace
Information from the National Council of Catholic Bishops on social justice issues, including action needs and opportunities

The Teenager's Guide: 20 Ways to Help
Suggestions and links to various types of volunteer opportunities - great ideas and easy-to navigate site

Virtual Volunteering Project
Resources for those who want to do "virtual" volunteer work through the Internet

Other Topics

IPL - Teens
The Internet Public Library's extensive set of links for all sorts of teen issues

Teen New Drivers
Hints for (new) drivers from a young driver and links to other driving and traffic safety sites

ThinkQuest
An "annual international contest open to pre-college students, aged 12-19...to build Web sites used as learning tools by other students. Awards can include college scholarships of $5000 to $25,000 for each student member of a winning team."