Classroom Drama Chronicles
Lately, there’s been a lot of drama in my class, and I feel the need to share what’s been happening. Three kids—let’s call them L, E, and E2—seem to argue over the smallest issues almost every single day. This has unfortunately taken a toll on my girlfriend, whom I’ll refer to as M, making her quite sad.
There’s also been some trouble in our WhatsApp group chat, which prompted the teachers to step in because there were issues with bullying and offensive language. L, in particular, has become one of the most disliked kids in our class due to their strange comments about me and others, which have even caused some kids to cry. It seems they aren’t being a very good friend to E, S, Y, E2, and M, either.
Now, let’s talk about the teachers. Last week was Mental Health Week, but our school didn’t do much to recognize it. While other schools in our area were engaging in activities like dressing up to express emotions or having meaningful discussions, we only had two short lessons and a lackluster slideshow featuring emotions from Inside Out and Inside Out 2. They don’t really know how to address kids’ emotions properly. For instance, last year when I was bullied, I found it incredibly difficult to talk to the teachers about it. My mom eventually reached out to them, but instead of addressing the bullying, they suggested a vague way for me to signal when I was feeling down – by asking for water, which is something we all do. Unfortunately, that didn’t help at all.
This school year, I expressed my feelings by writing “I’m sad 🙁 I want to die,” and all my teacher did was say they were concerned and promised they wouldn’t tell my mom. But they did end up discussing it with her without my permission.
Things got a bit weirder when one of my close friends, whom I’ll call S2, jokingly said she was “cooking” certain people (she wasn’t being serious). When I asked who she meant, she named L, E, E2, and S3. I was curious why she felt that way about S3, and she mentioned that she thought S3 was a “pick me.” Just to clarify, S2, I don’t dislike you at all—you’re fabulous!
And then there’s the whole “shipping” phenomenon going on, with people pairing off like K with the new kid A, L2 with S2, and S3 with K. This usually leads to arguments and falling outs, which only adds to the chaos.
It sounds like your class is going through a really tough time right now, and it’s understandable that you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the drama. It’s challenging when friendships and conflicts become so intense that they impact everyone, including your girlfriend M. It can be frustrating to see people argue over small things and to witness bullying and hurtful comments, especially when it’s making others sad.
It also seems like the school’s response to mental health issues has been inadequate, and that can be really discouraging. For you and your classmates, knowing that your feelings are heard and validated is crucial. It’s concerning how your previous experiences were handled, especially your expression of feeling really low. You deserve support that actually helps, not just lip service.
I’m glad to hear you value S2 and seem to be supportive of one another amidst all the chaos. It’s important to fight for healthy relationships, even when others are caught up in drama. Have you thought about speaking to a trusted adult or counselor about how things are going? Sometimes having someone to talk to can help you navigate all of this, and it might lead to better solutions for the problems in your class. Remember, you and your friends deserve a safe and supportive environment!