I’m really feeling overwhelmed right now because of my grades. As a junior in high school, I find myself failing two classes: Advanced English and Spanish 3. My mom is going to be furious when she sees this, as she doesn’t tolerate any grades below a C, and I’m way below that mark. In English, […]
Am I in trouble? A little while ago, I texted something mean to a friend after getting frustrated with a game, but he forgave me, and we moved on. Yesterday, while on FaceTime with him and another friend, my friend started scrolling through our old messages and came across that text. He screenshotted it and […]
My sons just received their report cards and their grades weren’t great, so I decided to ground them. Was I in the right for doing that?
Feeling Unmotivated I just can’t seem to find the motivation right now. I feel inadequate and overwhelmed, and I worry that even if I push through, I won’t feel satisfied. My grades are at an all-time low despite my efforts, and it’s tough not to feel like I’m letting myself down.
Should IXL be banned? Recently, IXL was banned in my school district, and many of us couldn’t be happier. Personally, I’ve experienced a lot of stress, sleepless nights, and serious procrastination due to this platform. While my math teacher believes the ban is unfair, I think it’s a relief to avoid the overwhelming frustration of […]
Need Help Choosing a University! Hi everyone! I’m an 18-year-old woman gearing up to start my first year of college this fall and facing a tough decision. I’m torn between UC Merced and Sac State, and I’d love to hear your opinions. My goal is to major in psychology and eventually become a criminal psychologist. […]
It seems like the teacher isn’t familiar with how crossword puzzles function. Question #9 requires a 21-letter answer, and the word bank provided isn’t offering any assistance at all!
Every week, our school requires us to complete this practice assignment that most of us really dislike. It’s called Mobymax, and it counts for 20% of our grades in Language Arts and Math. We have to spend 25 minutes on it each week, and it’s honestly a struggle to get through. Check out the difference!
How can I tell if I’ve made the right study choice? Hi everyone! I’m a teenage student from France currently in high school (lycée). I’m at a stage where I need to select my specializations—such as biology, physics, literature, and more—for the next two years. Once I finish high school, I’ll have to decide on […]
Building Arguments It appears that many struggle with the art of disagreement. Here’s a helpful tip: avoid personal insults when confronted with differing opinions. Instead, focus on presenting your counterarguments. You’ll find that people will perceive you as much more reasonable and respectful when you engage thoughtfully rather than resorting to name-calling.