Should I go to school tomorrow? I slipped on something over the weekend and ended up twisting my knee and possibly tearing something in my calf, too. I stayed home on Monday because I could barely walk, and my school is really big, with eight periods each day, which means […]
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SOS! My teacher has assigned us to watch Emilia Perez, and it gets even worse—she actually enjoyed the film and wants us to write an essay about it. I can’t bear the thought of subjecting my classmates to this disaster. What should I do?
Read MoreWill excused absences cause me to be held back, or fail classes
Will Excused Absences Result in Failing Classes or Being Held Back? I’m currently in 11th grade in Virginia, and I’ve had some unfortunate health issues this school year. I’ve accumulated around 18 excused absences due to the flu (twice) and pneumonia. I have doctor’s notes for each absence, but I’ve […]
Read MoreHow do I skip seeing my presentation?
How can I avoid watching my own presentation? I recently completed a video project for one of my classes, and I’m scheduled to present it to the class. Unfortunately, it turned out so poorly that I can’t bear to watch it. To make matters worse, I’m actually in the video, […]
Read MoreDo I deserve detention because I defended myself
Do I Deserve Detention for Defending Myself? Here’s what happened: I’m in middle school, and during lunch, we have to go outside. I was hanging out with my friends when a group of guys approached me, accusing me of pushing one of them. I wasn’t even involved, but since I […]
Read Morehow do i like art class genuinely
Subject: Struggling to Enjoy Art Class I really want to love art class, but honestly, I’m finding it tough. Art has been a passion of mine for years, yet lately, my enthusiasm has been fading with every session. It’s disheartening because I feel like I’m starting to resent something that […]
Read MoreThe True Nature of the Education System
The Reality of the Education System TL;DR Schools and Prisons Share Similarities While this comparison is often criticized, it’s surprisingly pertinent. Schools function as public institutions that aim to mold the majority, overlooking individual differences and producing countless confused and frustrated young people who relentlessly pursue unattainable ideals. Roles That […]
Read Moreis pain in walking and moving in general a good reason to miss school?
Is experiencing pain while walking and moving a valid reason to miss school? I’m at home ‘sick’ because I’m in a lot of discomfort and can barely walk or move. Is this a legitimate reason to stay home from school? (Grade 7, CA)
Read MoreWhat’s the point of school?
What’s the purpose of school? Honestly, I feel like I’m not learning anything valuable. As a straight-A student (not trying to show off), it gets really frustrating to listen to teachers drone on at 8 AM when I could be enjoying a quiet breakfast on the weekends. And the teacher’s […]
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