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Natalya Lucas

Natalya Lucas is a student at Weston High School who enjoys writing about student life, leadership, and personal growth. She is active in student government, DECA, vocal performance, theatre, and dance, and is the founder of Teen Exec, a student-led initiative that offers workshops and resources for teens.

Natalya's Latest Articles

The Student Observer: What we take for normal in Weston

When you've lived somewhere your whole life, it's hard to tell what's normal everywhere and what's normal only where you live.

The Student Observer: When doing your part isn’t enough

One of the frustrating things about group projects is that doing your part isn't always enough.

The Student Observer: What a week without my phone taught me about attention

For one week during Natalya Lucas' study abroad program in Switzerland, their phones were taken away.

The Student Observer: Why your teen brain is your secret weapon for building habits

Right now, your brain is like a city under construction. It’s changing and reorganizing itself in ways that help it become more efficient.