What’s the biggest fib you’ve told your parents about school? I’ll kick things off:
I altered my report card grades—once by 6%, and a few times by 2-4%. I also got a detention but spun it as something else.
Do I Really Need Extracurriculars as a Freshman? I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed right now, and I’m hoping to get some guidance. As a freshman, I currently don’t have any extracurricular activities, and I’m really worried about my future. My family is putting a lot of pressure on me to get into a prestigious college […]
Subject: Request for Academic Assistance Hello, During the last marking period, I faced a challenging situation that greatly impacted my ability to attend school. I have an ongoing domestic violence case, which, although not directly against me, has created a dangerous environment that prevented me from attending classes. Despite this, my school has still counted […]
Give me your thoughts on my class selections for next year! I’ll be attending an elite all-boys Catholic school called Regis. How do you think I did?
I can relate to that! One time, I told my parents I needed a certain book for a project, but I actually just wanted to use the money for a concert ticket. Another time, I claimed I stayed late for an extra credit assignment, but I was really just hanging out with friends instead. It felt so risky at the time, but looking back, it was all part of the teenage experience! What about you—any other memorable stories?