On top of homework, jobs and social obligations, sprinting to keep up with gas prices are leaving THS students out of breath. Students at THS are not happy with gas prices. On top of the many fees and liabilities of high school, those who have cars and need to drive places have an extra heavy financial burden placed on their shoulders.
While grudginly getting out of her car to fill up at a gas station, Heather Friden said, "I hate going to the gas station, I makes me so depressed." Not only does it make students sad to use so much of their budgets for means of transportation, but it also stresses them out. Not only does gas get more expensive, but food and clothes has been getting more expensive as well. Parker Sorenson said, "Gas prices are really frustrating mainly because gas is really expensive. When gas prices go up it effects our entire economy. It effects food prices, and pretty much everything else."
However, many students at THS are making the best of the situation. A fellow student, Olivia Tolman makes the most of her situation. “I hate how gas is so expensive because I have to pay for my own gas, so instead of paying for gas, I walk to and from school most of the time. Not only is walking saving gas, but it gives me exercise and keeps me in shape for my awesome dance moves.”
Although gas prices are skyscraper-high, there is something THS students can do about it. If you have a car, don't take several small trips in one day. Schedule a time for 'errands' where you can do what you need to do for that day or week. Carpool when you can, walk, or ride your bike. If you don't have a car or license yet, don't ask your parents or friends for rides if you can walk there. There are also alternative fuel options such as CNG vehicles, or hybrids.
Saving gas and not splurging at the pump does make you feel better. Wouldn't you rather spend that money on something else?
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