Schools and Colleges

Returning After Skipping a Grade I want to highlight a few key points before diving in: I skipped a grade primarily because I redshirted in kindergarten—I didn’t attend, so I’m now a year older than my classmates in 8th grade (15 vs. 14). I officially skipped 8th grade and am […]

Transferring from a Private High School to a Public High School Mid-Semester I’m currently enrolled in a private high school, but my family is moving to the suburbs, making the commute to my school too long. As a result, I’ll be transferring to the local public high school in mid-March. […]

Why do people feel the need to be so rude? I don’t understand what I did to deserve being called names for not playing kickball well or getting mocked at lunch when all I want is to enjoy my meal in peace. It’s frustrating! I really hope you all take […]

School Project Alert! Hi everyone! I’m working on a school project and I would greatly appreciate your help. I have a short, anonymous survey that I’d love for you to fill out. Your responses will really make a difference, and the more, the better! Thank you so much! 😁🙌

What’s Your Plan for Summer School? As summer approaches, I’m curious—are you considering enrolling your kids in summer school this year? Are you opting for online classes, in-person sessions, or taking a break from academics altogether? Some parents believe that summer courses are a great way to keep their kids […]

The Lunch Lady Took My Chips! So, here’s what happened at school today: we can buy chips, ice cream, and other treats for a dollar. When you go through the lunch line, the lunch lady checks your tray and rings up any items that cost money since regular lunches are […]

Is my school for real? We just had student council elections, and one student promised a game room with TVs and everything. Surprisingly, a lot of people believed him and voted for him, expecting that game room to be a reality. And guess what? He actually won the election!

Should I enroll in summer school for Grade 12 English? I’m entering Grade 12 next year, and I’m concerned about how taking English during the summer might affect my college chances. English has always been a challenging subject for me, and I’d like to finish it early. However, I’ve heard […]

I’m a freshman and I think a senior is harassing me. I’m not sure what to do about it. For some context, I met this senior in our gym class during 6th period. Initially, we saw each other three times a week, but thanks to a schedule change after the […]