Schools and Colleges

High school biology or chemistry? Hey everyone! I’m about to start my senior year of high school in Japan. I’ve completed one year of physics, two years of biology, and two years of chemistry so far. Since I plan to become a nurse in the US, I have to choose […]

I’m feeling utterly defeated right now. It feels like Harvard is about to toss my application into the flames. Guys, I really don’t know what to do. After pouring my heart and soul into academics for the past 17 years, it feels completely pointless. I just received my SAT score: […]

Update: My Struggle with Loneliness (TW: Bullying) I wanted to share an update about my experience with friendships, or really the lack of them, throughout my life. I’ve never had friends in elementary, middle school, or now in high school. My current school feels huge to me since I transferred […]

Did anyone else receive an email from George Mason University? It mentions that I’ve been “selected to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum on Engineering” and includes an invitation card.

To my fellow autistic individuals: what are some things you’ve encountered that just don’t make sense in how they’re handled? As someone with high-functioning autism and anger issues stemming from trauma, I’ve faced some frustrating situations. For instance, if I express my anger—like when I repeatedly insult someone who kicks […]

Should I take Algebra 2 and Geometry in 9th grade? Hi everyone! I’m currently in 8th grade and taking Algebra 1, which is a 9th-grade class. I’ve been doing great so far, maintaining an A+ for most of the year, except for a slight dip in the 3rd quarter. I […]

What classes should I consider for next year as an upcoming junior? ** indicates a required course I’m interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, potentially as a dentist. AP Biology AP Physics 1 (VHS) AP Environmental Science (VHS) AP Calculus Honors ** Anatomy Chemistry ** Accelerated English 11 (weighted […]

Caught Cheating (Again) I want to start by acknowledging that I made a really foolish decision. Earlier this semester, I got caught cheating on a quiz in another class and ended up with a zero and an after-school detention. My teacher warned me that the same consequences would apply this […]

I’m really unsure about what to major in. My true passion lies in creative writing, and I’m aware that pursuing this doesn’t necessarily require a college degree, which is why I’m considering a minor in it. However, I’m struggling to find a major that excites me. I’m not a fan […]