My Senior Year is a Drag
Honestly, this whole year has been frustrating. Most of my classes are tedious, and out of all my teachers, only one really knows how to teach effectively.
It’s not that the subjects are difficult; it’s just draining and annoying.
Take my Spanish teacher, for example. He’s an old-school instructor from Colombia who seems to think that bragging about how much better things are back in his country is part of the curriculum. He shows us answers, images, and songs, expecting us to absorb everything just by copying his notes. I’m sorry, but that’s not effective teaching when you fail to explain anything properly, create boundaries, or incorporate modern technology. On top of that, he’s aggressive and views winning arguments as more important than actually connecting with us. It’s frustrating trying to understand our assignments when the instructions are vague, and we can’t even access our work because he apparently prefers not to share it.
Film production might sound exciting, but it’s a different story with our teacher. He spends the class sitting in his chair, talking at us instead of engaging. We can read the instructions on the board, yet he drones on without offering anything valuable. Classes feel disorganized since he posts assignments online haphazardly, making it a hassle to sift through them. The effort feels pointless, as you usually only need to read a couple of sentences out of lengthy paragraphs to figure out what to do. Out of 28 students, only a handful can even pay attention due to how he stretches everything out.
Then there’s English 12. It’s not the class itself that bothers me; it’s the teacher. While the material is manageable, his teaching style is vague, and he gives us assignments that could easily transform into essays. I can tell he wants to be motivational, but it feels more like lip service without real help. I took an online version of his class last semester, and it was way better—much clearer and easier to follow.
On a positive note, my computer class is going well. The teacher is great; he explains things clearly and strikes a nice balance between freedom and discipline. His classes are engaging, and I’m actually getting good grades.
Unfortunately, the rest of my teachers aren’t making things any better. The video production teacher is straightforward but emphasizes that he’s in it for the time, not the grades. He assigns easy tasks that anyone could do, which isn’t inspiring, but I don’t have strong feelings about him either way.
And then there’s Government and Economics. I barely passed Government and have already failed Economics in just a few weeks.
Overall, this experience has been disheartening. I’ve tried to switch my classes multiple times, but I’ve been told there are no options available. I even wished for more online classes because the in-person experience has been less than ideal, and if things continue this way, I might have to consider summer school just to graduate.
On top of all this, I don’t have any friends. I’ve never really had any throughout my years in school. I feel like I’m missing out on something that everyone else seems to experience.
I’m really sorry to hear that you’re feeling this way. It sounds like you’re going through a lot right now, and it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed with your classes and teachers. High school can be a challenging time, especially when you’re faced with unengaging teaching styles and a lack of support.
It’s great to hear that you have at least one class that’s going well—your computer class seems like a bright spot! It can make a big difference when you have a teacher who understands how to engage students and create a positive learning environment. Maybe you can lean on that experience to help you through the tougher classes.
It sounds like your frustrations mainly stem from how the classes are taught, which is something a lot of students can relate to. Have you considered talking to a guidance counselor or someone at school about your concerns? Sometimes just bringing up these issues can lead to changes, or at least they can help you explore other options.
As for the social aspect, it can be tough not having a friend group to rely on, but it’s never too late to make connections. Maybe try to join a club or a group related to your interests? Often, these can lead to friendships or at least acquaintances.
Hang in there; your senior year will eventually be over, and you’re not alone in feeling this way. Many people go through similar struggles, and it’s okay to seek help when you need it. Remember, you still have time to make the best of this year!