Schools and Colleges

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Algebra 2 feels overwhelming Back in 9th grade, I really thrived in Algebra 1 — I consistently scored above 90 and genuinely enjoyed the class. Then, in 10th grade, I took Geometry, which didn’t build much on what I learned in Algebra 1, but I still found it enjoyable and […]

Is my teacher abnormal? My high school English teacher is definitely an unusual character. I’ve had my fair share of eccentric teachers, but she really stands out. What makes her so odd are the frequent sexual comments she makes almost every day. I’ve chatted with other students from different classes, […]

Hey everyone, quick question: Am I in over my head? As a sophomore, I’m currently enrolled in 9th grade history this year because I had to take 10th grade history last year because of scheduling conflicts. My school is pretty small, so I don’t have access to AP classes or […]

Incredible, just incredible. The person responsible for this really should be let go.

Am I Wasting My Teenage Years? Since hitting puberty, I’ve become quite introverted, and it’s led to me missing out on social opportunities because I’ve been stuck in my comfort zone. While I’ve come to terms with it, I can’t help but wonder if I will regret this as time […]

My friend keeps stealing my water! So, my friend and I usually chat during fourth period (which is art), but I’ve noticed that he drinks way too much from my water bottle. It starts out at about 3/4 full, and by the time he’s done, it’s down to 1/4 or […]

Frustrated with Teacher’s Treatment Why am I being treated unfairly by my teacher? What did I even do to deserve this? I recently asked to go to the washroom, and she snapped, “No. You’re not going anywhere.” Yet just three minutes later, she allowed a student who routinely skips class […]

Did any of your teachers motivate you to engage in activism? When I was around 11 or 12, my Geography teacher sparked my interest in climate action activism.