I’m seeking your thoughts on whether I should transfer schools. I’m currently a sophomore (second semester) at a prestigious public school, but I’m considering switching to a more typical school in my area. My current school environment has created significant tensions with my parents. I find myself staying up late trying to complete homework, but […]
How vital is it to have a job in high school? I’ve been contemplating whether focusing on getting a job should take precedence or if I should prioritize getting my driver’s license first. The reason I’m pondering this is that I’m hoping to start dating soon and would like to be able to buy nice […]
Do I still have a chance at getting into a good university? Hi everyone, I’m a 16-year-old junior (11th grader) in the U.S., and recently I’ve been feeling uncertain about my university prospects. Here are my stats if you’re interested: I’ve maintained A’s throughout most of high school, with just one B in my first […]
I’m really struggling here, and my grades are all below 85, which is unusual for me since I’m typically an above 90 student. No matter how hard I work, my grades don’t improve; I can excel in coursework, but my overall average seems to drop. I had four hours of driver’s ed after school, which […]
What do you think of my junior year schedule? I’m currently a sophomore mapping out my classes for next year! Here’s what I’m planning to take: AP US History, AP Psychology, IB Theatre SL, IB English SL, Honors French 3, CP Physics, and CP Pre-Calculus. I’d love your feedback! For context, I’m aiming to pursue […]
How do I cope with feeling friendless in high school? I’m a sophomore and it’s been tough–I don’t really have anyone to connect with, which leaves me feeling really bored and lonely. I do have a couple of classmates who I talk to, but our interactions are super brief and don’t feel like real friendships. […]
No one body shames quite like a public high school.
How can I tackle nighttime procrastination? I have a lot of homework from my classes, plus commitments like orchestra that require my personal time. Unfortunately, I struggle to find the motivation to work during the day. I’ve attempted the 20-minute work sessions followed by 10-minute breaks, but I often let those breaks drag on for […]
How can you effectively run a club that truly makes an impact? At my school, it feels like most clubs (except those linked to larger organizations like NHS or robotics) are pretty inactive. They struggle with funding, lack interest, and many members seem only to use them to bolster their college applications. Attendance often dwindles […]
Seeking Recommendations for Online Schooling in Australia Hi everyone! I’m looking for suggestions on online schooling options. I’ve been interested in this for a while, and I think it would suit me better. I enjoyed online learning during the pandemic and found that the self-paced format really helped reduce stress. I’m a 15-year-old in Year […]