Is it just me, or is something off? Ever since I started sixth form at the same school I’ve been at since secondary, things have taken a strange turn. For those unfamiliar, in the UK, we go through secondary school to earn a few GCSEs, then choose to either attend […]
Read MoreWhen do you use a hyphen?
When should you use a hyphen? I’ll admit, English isn’t my strongest subject. As a freshman in high school, I ended up with a B/C (around a B-) in my ninth-grade English class. One factor contributing to my lower grade was my inconsistent grammar. I could really use some help […]
Read MoreSummer activities?
Looking for summer activity suggestions! As I prepare for my senior year, I’m considering some college guidance programs for my applications, but I’m feeling a bit lost about potential colleges and majors. I initially found a hospital volunteer opportunity, but unfortunately, it’s too far for me to commit to. I’m […]
Read MoreMany teachers are staring at me and i dont know why
Subject: Feeling Uncomfortable with Teacher Attention Hi everyone, This is my second time posting here, and I want to dive right into what’s been on my mind. Lately, I’ve been struggling more with my mental health, and I’ve noticed that a lot of teachers are staring at me, which is […]
Read MoreGloves and Hat In My Locker
Gloves and Hat Stuck in My Locker I left a pair of gloves and a hat in my school locker, which wouldn’t usually be an issue, but we’re currently on a week-long “mid-winter break.” I completely forgot to grab them before I left today. Should I reach out to someone […]
Read MoreIs it considerate or weird to apologize to my teachers about my grades?
Is it considerate or awkward to apologize to my teachers for my grades? TL;DR at the end. Throughout my academic journey, I’ve consistently been an outstanding student, rarely receiving anything lower than an A. It’s really important to me that my teachers see me as dependable. However, this year has […]
Read MoreWe all have that one teacher we hate. Those of us who are lucky get one day with that teacher that works out like this:
We all have that one teacher we can’t stand. For those of us who are fortunate, there’s that rare day when things surprisingly go well:
Read MoreComing home from School
Returning Home from School Hey everyone! As a European, I’ve often wondered what it was like for you all to come home from school as kids, especially during the summer. Watching American shows on Nickelodeon gave me a certain impression of it, but now I’m genuinely curious to know more! […]
Read MoreITS FINALS EVERY WEEK
FINALS EVERY SINGLE WEEK 😱 Chat, am I in trouble? Last week was “finals,” and now I’m facing a bunch of tests that suddenly count for 75% of my grade! What the heck?! I already completed a Mandarin final and now I have another one tomorrow? On a different note, […]
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